Homemade Pizza

Prepare the Dough In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

2.Add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl. Stir until a dough forms.

3.Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

4.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Preheat the Oven Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat.

Shape the Pizza Crusts Punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a round pizza crust.

Add the Sauce Spread the crushed tomato sauce over the pizza crusts, leaving a small border around the edges.

Add the Cheese Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Add the Toppings Top the pizzas with the sliced pepperoni, black olives, green bell pepper, red onion, and mushrooms.

Bake the Pizzas Transfer the pizzas to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve the Pizzas Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.