Create-your-own Pizza Recipe
cheese + pepperoni + sausage + olives + broccolini
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the 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 the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
- 7
Add Cheese
Spread the mozzarella cheese evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- 8
Add Toppings
Distribute the pepperoni slices, crumbled Italian sausage, black olives, and chopped broccolini over the cheese.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot!
