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Sheet pan pizza with pepperoni and melted mozzarella

Sheet Pan Pizza

Store-bought pizza dough pressed into a sheet pan, topped with sauce, mozzarella and your favorite toppings and baked until golden. Cut into squares to serve a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for the pan
  • 1 pound pizza dough at room temperature
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup pepperoni or other toppings
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Take the dough out of the fridge 30 minutes ahead. Preheat the oven to 425°F with a rack in the lowest position.
  2. Coat a rimmed half sheet pan with the olive oil. Press and stretch the dough toward the edges and corners. If it springs back, let it rest for 5–10 minutes and stretch again.
  3. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
  4. Top with the mozzarella and your toppings, then sprinkle with the Italian seasoning.
  5. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the crust is golden brown on the bottom and the cheese is bubbly.
  6. Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into squares.

Notes

  • Add dollops of ricotta or slices of fresh mozzarella.
  • Use pesto in place of the red sauce.
  • Finish with fresh basil or a sprinkle of Parmesan.