Pepperoni Recipe
Pepperoni, mozzarella, marinara.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it 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.
Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Prepare the Pizza Base
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Marinara Sauce
Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices evenly on top.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.