Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSiena TavernBurnt Pepperoni Recipe

Burnt Pepperoni Recipe

Inspired by Siena Tavern
Time30m
Serves4

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, red chiles

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the red chiles and set aside.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Dish

    In a baking dish, spread the tomato sauce evenly across the bottom. Layer the mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.

  3. 3

    Add the Pepperoni

    Evenly distribute the pepperoni slices over the mozzarella cheese.

  4. 4

    Add the Red Chiles

    Scatter the sliced red chiles over the pepperoni.

  5. 5

    Season and Drizzle

    Drizzle olive oil over the top and season with salt and black pepper.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are slightly burnt.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.

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