Awesome Pepperoni Pizza

By Addie

“As kids, this homemade pizza smothered with melted mozzarella and sliced spicy pepperoni was our favorite dish. ”

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 package (1/4-ounce) dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup pizza sauce
• 12 ounces mozzarella, sliced
• 1 3/4 pepperoni slices (about 25 slices)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 12- x 9-inch baking sheet. Sift the flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in the yeast. Make a well in the center and add olive oil and 1 cup lukewarm water. Mix until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 5 minutes.


Roll out dough and press into prepared baking sheet. Cover and allow to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature, then bake for 5–7 minutes.


Remove the crust from the oven and spread pizza sauce on top, leaving a 3/4-inch border. Arrange the mozzarella on top and then the pepperoni. Sprinkle with oregano and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and bake until golden, 15–20 minutes.


Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, slice the pizza into 6 square slices. Serve hot.