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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Prepare Baking Surface
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2 equal portions. Roll out each portion into a 12-inch round on a floured surface.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread about 0.75 cups of pizza sauce on each dough round, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle 1.5 cups of mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- 8
Add Toppings
Top each pizza with your desired toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and olives. Sprinkle with dried oregano and basil.
- 9
Bake the Pizzas
Transfer the pizzas to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice each pizza into 8 smaller pieces and serve hot.