Woodfire Special Pepperoni Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, house-made sauce, red onion, bell pepper, mushroom and pepperoni
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Ingredients
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Dough
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Mix well. Create a well in the center and add the olive oil and the yeast mixture. Gradually mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your woodfire oven to a high temperature (around 500°F or 260°C).
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 9
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread a generous amount of sauce over the dough. Layer with fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion, bell pepper, and mushroom.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.
