The Las Cruces Pizza Recipe
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, fresh hatch green chile.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer the pepperoni slices and diced hatch green chile on top.
- 4
Season the Pizza
Drizzle the olive oil over the toppings and season with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy your Las Cruces Pizza!