Half And Half Custom Pizza Recipe

Dough Preparation

Start by preparing your pizza dough. You can either use store-bought dough or make your own from scratch. If making from scratch, combine flour, yeast, water, salt, and a bit of sugar. Knead until smooth, then let it rise for about an hour.

Sauce and Topping Preparation

While the dough is rising, prepare your sauces and toppings. Slice the red onions, chop the black olives, and get your cheeses ready. If using fresh basil, rinse and pat dry the leaves.

Assembly

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your preferred thickness. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the entire surface. On one half, arrange mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, red onions, and black olives. On the other half, add dollops of ricotta and pesto, and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves after baking.

Baking

Preheat your oven to its highest setting, typically between 475°F to 500°F (245°C to 260°C). Drizzle olive oil over the assembled pizza and sprinkle oregano and Parmesan cheese across both halves. Bake in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Serving

Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before cutting into slices. Serve warm for the best taste experience.