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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
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 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Add Pepperoni
Evenly distribute spicy pepperoni slices over the cheese.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.