Tex Pizza – Personal Size Recipe
Make Tex Pizza – Personal Size 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 Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, add it along with olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a personal-sized pizza shape (about 10 inches in diameter).
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface.
- 9
Layer Toppings
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by pepperoni slices, diced bell peppers, and sliced onions.
- 10
Season the Pizza
Sprinkle dried oregano and dried basil over the toppings for added flavor.
- 11
- 12
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- 13
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot.