2 Medium Signature Pizzas Recipe
Make 2 Medium Signature Pizzas Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups), sugar (1 tsp), and active dry yeast (2 tsp). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tbs) to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizzas
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
- 7
Divide the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions.
- 8
Shape the Pizzas
On a floured surface, roll out each portion into a 12-inch round pizza base.
- 9
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread 1/2 cup of pizza sauce on each pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 10
Add Toppings
Distribute pepperoni slices (1/2 cup on each pizza), bell peppers (1/2 cup), and onions (1/2 cup) evenly over the cheese. Season with oregano (1 tsp) and salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
- 12
Bake the Pizzas
Carefully transfer the pizzas to the oven (or onto the preheated pizza stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
