Pizza Recipe
Make Pizza 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
Spices
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) with sugar (1 tbs). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or 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 to combine.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil (2 tbs). Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is 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 about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking the pizza.
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it back to a floured surface. Roll it out into a large circle or rectangle, depending on your baking sheet.
- 8
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread pizza sauce (1 cup) evenly over the surface of the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups) generously over the sauce.
- 9
- 10
Spice it Up
Sprinkle dried oregano (1 tsp), dried basil (1 tsp), and crushed red pepper flakes (to taste) over the toppings.
- 11
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the assembled pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Cool and Slice
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into wedges and serve hot.