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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. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the 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.
Assembling the Pizza
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a circular shape to fit your pizza pan.
- 8
Add Sauce
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 9
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- 10
Add Pepperoni
Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
- 11
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.