Specialty Pizzas Recipe
Try one of the specialty pizzas, like a spinach artichoke pizza or a unique Reuben pizza, or stay traditional with a meat lover's!
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Ingredients
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Dough
Spinach Artichoke Topping
Reuben Topping
Meat Lover's Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Spinach Artichoke Pizza Assembly
Prepare Topping
In a skillet, sauté minced garlic in a bit of olive oil. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Mix in chopped artichoke hearts, cream cheese, and season with salt and black pepper.
Assemble Pizza
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the spinach artichoke mixture evenly on the dough, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
Bake
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Reuben Pizza Assembly
Prepare Topping
In a bowl, mix corned beef, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing. Season with caraway seeds.
Assemble Pizza
Roll out the dough and place on a baking sheet. Spread the corned beef mixture evenly on the dough, and top with Swiss cheese.
Bake
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
Meat Lover's Pizza Assembly
Prepare Topping
In a bowl, mix the cooked sausage, bacon, and pepperoni.
Assemble Pizza
Roll out the dough and transfer to a baking sheet. Spread the meat mixture evenly over the dough and top with mozzarella cheese.
Bake
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
