2cups pepperoni, salami, diced ham or chicken, pineapple, onions,
2tablespoonsfresh herbs basil, thyme, rosemary
Instructions
Thaw frozen dough
Let dough thaw overnight in the refrigerator (see here for other ways to thaw frozen dough). Pull it out and set it out on a counter for 30 minutes up a few hours before making pizza. When you’re ready to shape and bake the pizza, preheat the oven to 450ºF.
Shape and stretch the dough
Divide the pre-made pizza dough into two. Shape each half into a ball. Use a floured rolling pin to shape the dough into a round crust. Or, shape it by hand by stretching it with your upturned hands to pull the dough from underneath in an outward motion.
When the crust is the desired size, transfer it to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and a light drizzle of olive oil.
Pre-bake the crust
Bake the bare pizza dough in the oven at 450ºF for 5 minutes. While it is baking, prepare your toppings.
Once the dough is ready, take it out and preheat the oven to 500ºF. Add the sauce, dried herbs, cheese, and other toppings to the pizza crust, leaving a 1" edge around. Brush olive oil around the outer crust of the dough, then lightly sprinkle the edges with salt.
Bake the pizza at 500º F for 7-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the crust are golden. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before adding fresh herbs, then slice and serve.
Notes
Get tips on how to thaw pizza dough.Cooled leftovers can be kept in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Reheat cold pizza in a 350º oven for 5-10 minutes for the best taste and texture.