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Classic Neapolitan Pizza with Pepperoni

Name: Classic Neapolitan Pizza with Pepperoni
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup warm water; 1 tsp active dry yeast; 1 tsp sugar; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup marinara sauce; 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced; 1/2 cup pepperoni slices; fresh basil leaves

A traditional Italian pizza with a simple dough, tomato sauce, and fresh mozzarella, topped with pepperoni and baked in a wood-fired oven.

90 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit 5 minutes until frothy.
Mix in flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead 8-10 minutes until smooth. Let rise 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
Roll out dough, add sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and basil.
Bake 10-12 minutes until crust is golden. Let cool 2 minutes before slicing.

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