Classic Pizza Recipe
Cheese, pepperoni, red onion.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Baking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto 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 with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Toppings
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, then add pepperoni slices and red onion.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
