Pizza Recipe
Make Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into your desired shape and thickness.
- 8
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- 9
Add Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by pepperoni slices, bell pepper, mushrooms, and oregano.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated oven or pizza stone and bake for about 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, add fresh basil leaves on top, slice, and serve hot.