Meal Deal - 2 Medium Pizzas + Garlic Knots Recipe
Make Meal Deal - 2 Medium Pizzas + Garlic Knots Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Pizza Toppings
Garlic Knots
Method
Preparing the Pizza Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, mix 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. Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Stir until combined.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Assembling the Pizzas
- 5
Preheat 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 into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread 0.5 cup of tomato sauce on each pizza base. Sprinkle 2 cups of mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the desired toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, olives).
- 8
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 brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Making Garlic Knots
- 9
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
- 10
Shape the Dough
Take small pieces of the pizza dough (about the size of a golf ball) and roll them into strips. Tie each strip into a knot.
- 11
Bake the Knots
Place the knots on a baking sheet and brush them with the garlic butter mixture. Bake in the same oven as the pizzas for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- 12
