Name: Pacino's Italian Restaurants Papa Pacinos Pizza Recipe
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 cups All-purpose flour; 1.5 cups Water; 2 tsp Active dry yeast; 2 tbs Olive oil; 1 tsp Sugar; 1 tsp Salt; 1 lb Italian sausage; 1 cup Red bell peppers; 1 medium Onion; 1 cup Mushrooms; 3 cups Mozzarella cheese; 0.5 cup Fresh basil; 1 tbs Olive oil; to taste Salt and Pepper

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In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Make the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center, then pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough starts to form.

Mix the Ingredients

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

Knead the Dough

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Let it Rise

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it into pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat.

Cook the Sausage

In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until caramelized (about 10 minutes). Add sliced red bell peppers and mushrooms, cooking until tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Sauté the Vegetables

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.

Preheat the Oven

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out to a 16-inch circle.

Shape the Dough

Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of mozzarella cheese over the base, then evenly distribute the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, and top with the remaining mozzarella.

Assemble the Pizza

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

Bake the Pizza

Remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle fresh basil over the top, slice, and serve hot.

Garnish and Serve

All-purpose flour

Water

Active dry yeast

Olive oil

Sugar

Salt

Italian sausage

Red bell peppers

Onion

Mushrooms

Mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil

Salt and Pepper