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Pepperoni Pizza with Stuffed Crust Recipe

Italian-American · Main course · 50 min total

A classic homemade pizza with a crispy crust filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and topped with tomato sauce, pepperoni, and more cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 batch pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• 8 sticks string cheese (or 8 oz mozzarella cheese cut into sticks)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni (about 30 slices)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
2. Divide dough into two equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12-inch circle.
3. Place string cheese sticks around the edge of the dough, about 1/2 inch from the edge. Fold the edge of the dough over the cheese and press to seal. Repeat with remaining dough.
4. Transfer each pizza to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
5. Spread half of the pizza sauce over each pizza, leaving a 1-inch border around the stuffed crust.
6. Sprinkle each pizza with 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
7. Arrange pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
8. Brush the stuffed crust with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano and garlic powder.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
10. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
• If using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature for easier rolling.

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