Pepperoni Pizzazz Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (about 450g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Cornmeal or flour for dusting
• 1 ½ cups pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 60-80 slices of pepperoni (adjust quantity to your preference)
• Sliced red onions
• Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled) for added spice (optional)
• Sliced black olives
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible (around 475-500°F or 245-260°C). If available, place a pizza stone in the oven.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Sprinkle cornmeal or flour on a pizza peel or baking sheet to prevent sticking. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto the peel or baking sheet.
4. Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
6. Arrange the pepperoni slices across the pizza, covering the cheese.
7. Add sliced red onions, jalapeños (if using), and black olives on top of the pepperoni.
8. Optionally, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes over the pizza for an extra kick.
9. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven. If using a pizza stone, slide the pizza onto the hot stone. Otherwise, place the baking sheet with the pizza in the oven.
10. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the toppings are cooked to your liking.
11. Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two.
12. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves for added freshness.
13. Slice the pizza and serve hot.

This Pepperoni Pizzazz Pie combines the zesty flavors of pepperoni with the tanginess of onions, the heat of jalapeños (if desired), and the richness of black olives, delivering an exciting and flavorful pizza experience with an extra bit of pizzazz! Enjoy the burst of flavors in every delicious slice!