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Peppa's Picture Perfect Pepperoni and Olive Pizza with Arugula
cookingwlthfred
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Peppa's Picture Perfect Pepperoni and Olive Pizza with Arugula
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Peppa's Picture Perfect Pepperoni and Olive Pizza with Arugula

A quick and easy recipe for a delicious homemade pizza, featuring a classic combination of tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and olives, finished with fresh arugula for a peppery kick. This recipe is inspired by the fast-paced cooking style seen in the video.
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Rolling out the pizza dough
Rolling out the pizza dough

Recipe Information

14m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
29m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Italian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
320
Calories
18g
Protein
32g
Carbs
17g
Fat
Pizza topped with sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and olives
Pizza topped with sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and olives

Ingredients

  • Pizza dough
    (Store-bought or homemade)

    1 ball
  • Tomato sauce
    (Pizza sauce or marinara)

    0.5 cup
  • Mozzarella cheese
    (Shredded)

    1 cup
  • Pepperoni
    (Sliced)

    0.3 cup
  • Black olives
    (Sliced)

    0.3 cup
  • Arugula
    (Fresh, for topping after baking)

    0.5 cup
Servings: 4
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Freshly baked pizza with arugula
Freshly baked pizza with arugula

Instructions

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  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
    Step 1 visual
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    Step 1 visual
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    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
    5m

    For a crispy crust, use a preheated pizza stone or a perforated pizza pan.
  • 2

    Spread an even layer of tomato sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
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    Step 2 visual
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    Spread an even layer of tomato sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
    2m

    Don't overdo the sauce, as it can make the pizza soggy.
  • 3

    Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the tomato sauce, covering it evenly.
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    Step 3 visual
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    Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the tomato sauce, covering it evenly.
    1m

    Use fresh mozzarella for an authentic touch, or low-moisture shredded for convenience.
  • 4

    Arrange the pepperoni slices and sliced black olives evenly across the cheese layer.
    Step 4 visual
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    Step 4 visual
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    Arrange the pepperoni slices and sliced black olives evenly across the cheese layer.
    3m

    Feel free to add other favorite toppings like mushrooms, peppers, or onions at this stage.
  • 5

    Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
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    Step 5 visual
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    Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
    15m

    Keep an eye on the pizza, as oven temperatures can vary. The edges of the crust should be nicely browned.
  • 6

    Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Immediately scatter the fresh arugula over the hot pizza.
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    Step 6 visual
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    Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Immediately scatter the fresh arugula over the hot pizza.
    1m

    The heat from the pizza will slightly wilt the arugula, enhancing its flavor without cooking it.
  • 7

    Allow the pizza to cool for a minute or two before slicing. Slice into wedges and serve hot.
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    Step 7 visual
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    Allow the pizza to cool for a minute or two before slicing. Slice into wedges and serve hot.
    2m

    Cooling briefly prevents the cheese and toppings from sliding off when sliced.
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