15" French Recipe
Make 15" French Recipe in just 2h . 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 Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour 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 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Assembling and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out to a 15-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce over the surface, leaving a small border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly, then add mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and fresh basil.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.