Papa Johns Recipe
Make Papa Johns 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 (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbsp). Sprinkle active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the water and stir gently. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tbsp). Mix until the dough begins to come together.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, add pizza sauce (1 cup) and Italian seasoning (1 tsp). Mix well and set aside.
- 6
Prepare the Toppings
Slice the bell peppers (1 cup), onion (0.5 cup), and black olives (0.5 cup). Set aside with pepperoni slices (1 cup) and shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups).
Pizza Assembly
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 8
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a large circle or rectangle, depending on your baking tray shape.
- 9
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a greased baking tray. Spread the prepared pizza sauce evenly over the surface. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups) on top, followed by pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and black olives.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- 11
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
