Meat Lovers Ny 18" Recipe
Meatball, pepperoni, sausage, ham and bacon.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 6
Prepare Toppings
While the dough is rising, prepare the meatballs, sausage, ham, and bacon. Cook and crumble them if necessary.
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot enough for the pizza.
Assembling the Pizza
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down, and roll it out into an 18-inch circle on a floured surface.
- 9
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface and sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 10
Add Meats
Layer the meatballs, pepperoni, sausage, ham, and bacon evenly across the pizza.
- 11
Top with Cheese and Herbs
Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top, and add dried oregano and basil for flavor.
Baking
- 12
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 13
Cool and Slice
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into 8 pieces.
