Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced bell peppers
- ½ cup sliced onions
- ½ cup pepperoni slices
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water with sugar and yeast, letting it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- Combine flour and salt in another bowl, then add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth (about 5-7 minutes), then let it rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour.
- While the dough rises, heat tomato sauce in a pot over medium heat for 5 minutes, adding herbs for flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface.
- Spread the sauce on the dough, add mozzarella cheese and desired toppings.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months, reheat in the oven for best results.
- This pizza pairs well with a light salad or garlic bread.
- For a crispy crust, use a preheated pizza stone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg