Homemade Veggie Pizza

Recipe View Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the yeast softens and a creamy foam develops. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, 1 tablespoon oregano, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the egg and 1 tablespoon olive oil, then stir in the yeast mixture. Once the dough comes together, transfer it to a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. (8 minutes)

Recipe View First Rise: Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough inside, and turn to coat. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. (1 hour)

Recipe View Sauce Prep: While the dough rises, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped onion, 1 tablespoon oregano, minced garlic, onion powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened. (15-20 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 450°F (235°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.

Recipe View Assemble the Pizza: Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a rectangle and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Spoon the tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle with 1 1/4 cups of the mozzarella cheese, then top with green bell pepper, chopped onion, and sliced mushrooms. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese over the top.

Recipe View Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown and crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly. (20-25 minutes)

Recipe View Cool and Serve: Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing and serving.