Pepperoni Or Cheese Pizza Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Pepperoni Or Cheese Pizza Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it's hot enough to achieve a crispy crust.
2
Prepare the Pizza Dough
On a clean, floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. If the dough is too elastic, let it rest for 5 minutes before continuing.
3
Dust the Baking Surface
Sprinkle cornmeal on a baking sheet or pizza stone to prevent sticking.
4
Add Olive Oil
Brush the surface of the stretched dough lightly with olive oil for added flavor and to help crisp the crust.
5
Spread the Sauce
Using a ladle or the back of a spoon, spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edge for the crust.
6
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, covering it well.
7
Add Toppings
If making a pepperoni pizza, layer the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese. For a cheese pizza, you can skip this step.
8
Season
Sprinkle dried oregano and a pinch of salt over the pizza to enhance the flavor.
9
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
10
Cool and Slice
Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into wedges and serve hot.