Description
Treat your family and friends to a delicious, patriotic-themed pizza made from scratch. This homemade Patriotic Pizza features a golden crust, vibrant tomato sauce, and a beautiful arrangement of mozzarella cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp pepperoni, and fresh basil leaves in a red, white, and blue design – perfect for your 4th of July festivities.
Ingredients
– 1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
– 1 cup tomato sauce
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 10 slices pepperoni
– 2 tomatoes, sliced
– 10 fresh basil leaves
Instructions
1. – Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. – On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
3. – Transfer the dough to a greased baking sheet or pizza pan.
4. – Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
5. – Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. – Arrange the pepperoni slices in a star pattern.
7. – Place the tomato slices in a striped pattern, creating a red, white, and blue design.
8. – Tear the basil leaves and scatter them over the top of the pizza.
9. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. – Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
– For an extra crispy crust, try pre-baking the dough for 5 minutes before adding the toppings.
– Experiment with different cheese varieties, such as Parmesan or provolone, to customize the flavor.
– Add sliced black olives or diced bell peppers for additional color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Courses
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American