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Classic Homemade Pizza with Essential Toppings

Enjoy a delicious homemade pizza topped with classic ingredients like fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms, and colorful bell peppers. This recipe is perfect for a satisfying meal for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 slices
Calories 950 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza Stone (optional)
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pizza Cutter/Knife

Ingredients
  

Pizza Dough & Sauce

  • 1 prepared pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup favorite pizza sauce

Cheese & Meat

  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella (log or bocconcini) torn or sliced
  • 3 oz good quality pepperoni sliced

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 1 cup cremini or button mushrooms sliced and sautéed
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Optional Garnishes

  • extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • red pepper flakes for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 450-500°F (230-260°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven for at least 30 minutes during preheating.

Assemble Pizza

  • Roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  • Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  • Scatter the torn or sliced fresh mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
  • Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese layer.
  • Evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms, thinly sliced red onions, and bell pepper strips across the pizza.
  • Sprinkle the sliced black olives over the other toppings.
  • If desired, drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the pizza.

Bake & Serve

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned in spots.
  • Carefully remove the pizza from the oven.
  • Immediately scatter fresh basil leaves over the hot pizza.
  • Let the pizza rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for those who like a kick.

Notes

Baking time may vary depending on your oven and dough. For a crispier crust, ensure your pizza stone is thoroughly preheated. Feel free to customize toppings to your preference!