Big Poppa Recipe
House made red sauce, pepperoni, house made bleu cheese dressing
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Ingredients
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Sauce
Toppings
Bleu Cheese Dressing
Method
Sauce Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 3
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Bleu Cheese Dressing Preparation
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, crumbled bleu cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Mix Well
Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 6
Chill Dressing
Cover the dressing and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembling the Dish
- 7
Prepare Pizza Base
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 8
Spread Sauce
Spread a generous amount of the house-made red sauce evenly over the pizza base.
- 9
Add Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce and then layer the pepperoni slices on top.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- 11
Serve with Dressing
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve with the chilled bleu cheese dressing on the side.