Pepperoni Pizza Recipe
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni.
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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 Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture along with olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients 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 greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a circle or rectangle according to your preference and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- 8
Add Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices on top.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.