Description
Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm water
1 tsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
20 slices pepperoni
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Directions
Prepare the Dough:
In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until smooth. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour.
Preheat Oven:
Set oven to 425°F (220°C).
Assemble the Pizza:
Press the dough into a greased deep-dish pan, creating a thick crust along the edges. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
Add Toppings:
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce. Layer pepperoni slices evenly on top.
Bake to Perfection:
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Finish & Serve:
Sprinkle chopped parsley or basil for garnish. Slice and serve hot!
Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Calories: 380 kcal per serving
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