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Pepperoni Pizza with Spicy Tomato Base and Basil

A spicy variation with a tomato sauce infused with chili and fresh basil.

70 minutes4 servings
Pepperoni Pizza with Spicy Tomato Base and Basil
Photo: Nenad Stojkovic from Srbija · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour, yeast, salt, and warm water. Knead for 10 minutes, then let it rise for 45 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F) with a pizza stone inside.
  3. Roll out the dough and transfer to the stone. Spread spicy tomato sauce, add pepperoni, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted.

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