Ingredients
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1/4 Ounce Dry Yeast1 Package
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1 Teaspoon Sugar
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1-1/4 Cups WaterWarm
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1/4 OilCanola
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1 Teaspoon Salt
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3-1/2 to 4 Cups FlourAll-purpose
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1/2 Pound Ground Beef
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1 OnionSmall and chopped
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15 Ounce Tomato Sauce1 Can
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3 Teaspoons Dried Oregano
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1 Teaspoon Dried Basil
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1 Medium PepperGreen
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2 Cups Mozzarella CheeseShredded part-skim
Directions
Learning how to make pizza at home? This recipe is a hearty, zesty main dish with a crisp, golden crust. Feel free to use whatever toppings your family enjoys on this homemade pizza recipe. —Marianne Edwards, Lake Stevens, Washington
Steps
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1
Done
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In large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add oil and salt. Stir in flour, a cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. |
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2
Done
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Turn onto floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 2-3 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef and onion over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. |
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3
Done
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Punch down dough; divide in half. Press each into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Combine the tomato sauce, oregano and basil; spread over each crust. Top with beef mixture, green pepper and cheese. |
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4
Done
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Bake until crust is lightly browned. |
