Description
Classic Italian pizza with a crispy crust and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
- Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface.
- Spread tomato sauce on the dough.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Adjust toppings to your preference.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: italian pizza, pizza recipe, homemade pizza