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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 tablespoon). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tablespoons) over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 teaspoon). Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tablespoons).
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or a baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 5
Divide Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 3 equal portions for the three pizzas.
- 6
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, roll out each portion into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread marinara sauce (1 cup) evenly over each pizza base. Top with mozzarella cheese (3 cups), then add your chosen toppings: pepperoni for the first pizza, bell peppers and mushrooms for the second, and olives and fresh basil for the third.
- 8
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the assembled pizzas to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Finish and Serve
Remove pizzas from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese (0.5 cup). Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
