La Famiglia Ristorante & Pizzeria Maplewood Recipe
Make La Famiglia Ristorante & Pizzeria Maplewood 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
Pizza Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until the dough begins to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a large circle or rectangle, depending on your baking tray.
- 8
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by pepperoni slices, bell pepper, and oregano.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Once out of the oven, garnish the pizza with fresh basil leaves. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
