Pizza Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tsp). Sprinkle active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tbs). Gradually mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Allow to 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
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce (1 cup) evenly over the surface of the dough.
- 8
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups) over the sauce. Add pepperoni slices (1 cup), sliced bell peppers (1 cup), sliced onions (0.5 cup), and sliced olives (0.5 cup) as desired. Sprinkle dried oregano (1 tsp) and dried basil (1 tsp) on top.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot.
