Vino's Special (slice / Medium / Large) Recipe
Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Italian Sausage, Onions, Meatballs, Green Peppers, Green and Black Olives, Extra Cheese.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until combined, then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into your desired size (slice, medium, or large).
- 7
Add Sauce (optional)
If desired, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on the dough. This step is optional as the toppings will provide ample flavor.
- 8
Layer Toppings
Evenly distribute the pepperoni, mushrooms, Italian sausage, onions, meatballs, green peppers, green olives, and black olives over the dough.
- 9
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over all the toppings.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the hot pizza stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Serving
- 11
Slice and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into desired pieces and serve hot.