Best 3 Basic Pepperoni Pizza And Four Cheese Pizza Recipes

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Pizza is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you prefer a classic pepperoni pizza or a decadent four cheese pizza, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating your own perfect pizza. This article will guide you through the process of making the two timeless pizza flavors: basic pepperoni pizza and four cheese pizza. We will provide step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a list of essential ingredients to ensure that your pizza turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a mouthwatering pizza-making adventure!

Let's cook with our recipes!

FOUR CHEESE PIZZA



Four Cheese Pizza image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 2 (14-inch) pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (14-inch) rolled out circles pizza dough
1 pound mozzarella, shredded
6 ounces Monterey Jack, shredded
6 ounces Asiago, shredded
3 ounces Pecorino Romano, grated
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 550 degrees F.
  • Stretch the pizza dough and fit it into 2 pizza pans. Combine the mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and Asiago cheeses in a bowl. Evenly distribute the cheese mixture over the crusts. Top the pizza with the Pecorino and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until the crust is brown and the cheese is melted, about 6 to 8 minutes.

HOMEMADE PEPPERONI PIZZA



Homemade Pepperoni Pizza image

Quick, Easy and Delicious-Homemade pizza crust and tomato sauce has never been easier-and this recipe for pepperoni pizza produces a delicious classic!

Provided by Contadina

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Contadina®

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ (12 ounce) can CONTADINA® Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
2 (.25 ounce) envelopes FLEISCHMANN'S® Pizza Crust Yeast or RapidRise® Yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ⅓ cups very warm water (120 degrees F to 130 degrees F)
⅓ cup oil
1 (6 ounce) package HORMEL® Pepperoni
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • For sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients with 1/2 cup water in a medium bowl; set aside for flavors to develop while making crust. Freeze remaining paste .
  • For crusts: Combine 2 cups of flour with the dry yeast, sugar and salt. Add the water and oil and mix until well blended (about 1 minute). Gradually add enough remaining flour slowly, until a soft, sticky dough ball is formed.
  • Knead for about 4 minutes, on a floured surface, until dough is smooth and elastic. Add more flour, if needed. (If using RapidRise® Yeast, let dough rest, covered, for 10 minutes.)
  • Divide dough in half. Pat each half (with floured hands) into a 12-inch greased pizza pan OR roll dough to fit pans.
  • For pizzas: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Top crusts with sauce, pepperoni and cheese.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until crusts are browned and cheese is bubbly. For best results, rotate pizza pans between top and bottom oven racks halfway through baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1408.3 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

FOUR-CHEESE PIZZA WITH BASIL



Four-Cheese Pizza With Basil image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, pizza and calzones, main course

Time 30m

Yield 1 large, 2 medium, or more smaller pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 6

Pizza dough (see recipe)
1/2 cup shredded or cubed mozzarella
1/2 cup shredded or cubed fontina or taleggio
1/2 cup freshly grated pecorino Romano
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup coarsely chopped or torn basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
  • Top dough with all cheeses. Bake about 10 minutes, or until nearly done. Sprinkle with basil and finish baking.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pizza.
  • Make sure your dough is well-kneaded. This will help it to rise properly and give you a crispy crust.
  • Don't overload your pizza with toppings. This will make it soggy and difficult to cook.
  • Bake your pizza at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the toppings from becoming overcooked.
  • Let your pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing it. This will help to keep the toppings from sliding off.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you're sure to make a delicious pizza that everyone will love. So next time you're in the mood for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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