Spicy Italian Pizza with Extra Spicy Sauce

This pizza combines traditional Italian flavors with a creative twist of extra spicy sauce. The homemade sauce features a blend of crushed tomatoes, garlic, and a mix of chili peppers for a fiery kick. Topped with a blend of mozzarella and spicy pepperoni, this dish is sure to satisfy those who crave heat while maintaining a classic pizza structure.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 fresh chili peppers, chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar (for sauce balance)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup spicy pepperoni slices
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast; let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil; knead until smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
3. For the sauce, heat a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, chopped chili peppers, red pepper flakes, oregano, and sugar. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
5. Spread the spicy sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border for the crust. Top with mozzarella cheese and spicy pepperoni slices.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.