Wood Fired Sausage, Mushroom & Bacon Pizza Recipe
Make Wood Fired Sausage, Mushroom & Bacon Pizza 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
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Toppings Preparation
- 4
- 5
Assembly and Cooking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your wood-fired oven to around 700°F (370°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter.
- 8
Assemble the Pizza
Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza peel. Spread ½ cup of pizza sauce over each base. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, then top with cooked sausage, bacon, mushrooms, and fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 9
Cook the Pizza
Transfer the pizza into the wood-fired oven. Cook for about 2-4 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly. Remove and let it cool for a minute.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot, garnished with extra fresh basil if desired.
