Awesome Pepperoni Pizza

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

Preheat ove to 400°F. Lightly grease a 12- x 9-inch baking sheet. Sift flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in yeast. Make a well in the center and add olive oil and 1 cup lukewarm water. Mix until a soft dough forms. Turn 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. Server hot.

Makes 6 servings


Helpful Tips

Plan a pizza night with your family! Offer different toppings like sliced veggies, diced ham and a variety of cheeses and let them make their own.