Name: Crispy Tavern-Style Pizza with House-Made Tomato Sauce
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp sugar; 1/2 cup warm water; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp active dry yeast; 1 cup marinara sauce; 1/2 lb pepperoni slices; 1/2 lb Italian sausage links; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves

A classic Italian tavern-style pizza with a thin, crispy crust and rich tomato sauce, topped with pepperoni and sausage for a bold flavor.

Method

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, mix warm water, olive oil, and yeast. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the dough into a thin circle and transfer to a baking sheet.
Spread marinara sauce over the crust, then layer pepperoni and sausage slices. Sprinkle with Parmesan and basil.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and crispy. Let cool slightly before slicing.