Extra Large Signature Pizzas Recipe
Make Extra Large Signature Pizzas Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tsp). Sprinkle active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the surface and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbsp). Make a well in the center and pour in the frothy yeast mixture along with olive oil (2 tbsp).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a rough dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 5
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions for extra-large pizzas. Roll each portion into a large circle on a floured surface, about 16 inches in diameter.
- 6
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce (1 cup) evenly over the surface. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (3 cups) generously, followed by pepperoni slices (1 cup), bell peppers (1 cup), mushrooms (1 cup), onions (1 cup), olives (0.5 cup), and dried oregano (1 tsp) on top.
- 7
Bake Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves (0.5 cup). Let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
