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Ingredients
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Dough
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assemble Pizzas
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Roll Out Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2-4 portions. Roll each portion into a pizza shape on a floured surface.
Add Sauce
Spread tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Add Toppings
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce and add your desired toppings such as pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, and olives.
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Garnish
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Slice and serve hot.