Large Pizza Recipe
14 inches - cut into 12 slices, serves 3-4
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Make the Pizza Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the 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 doubled in size.
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Pizza
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 14-inch circle on a floured surface.
- 7
Add Toppings
Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, oregano, and basil.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice into 12 pieces and serve.