$15 Pizza Wednesdays Recipe

Inspired by Maestro's Mediterranean Restaurant and Terrace

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Special pizza offerings on Wednesdays.

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Ingredients

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Dough

3 cups 00 bread flour

2 tsp Active dry yeast

1 1/2 cups warm water

2 tbs olive oil

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

Toppings

1 cup pizza sauce

2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded

1 cup pepperoni slices

1 cup bell peppers, sliced

1/2 cup onions, sliced

1/2 cup Black olives, sliced

1 tsp Dried oregano

1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves

Method

Dough Preparation

Activate Yeast

In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Mix Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

Knead Dough

Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Let Dough Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Assembly and Baking

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Shape Pizza

Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.

Add Sauce and Toppings

Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, followed by pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and black olives. Finish with dried oregano and fresh basil.

Bake Pizza

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Cool and Serve

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot.