Meat Lovers Pizza

Ingredients

Preparation

FOR THE DOUGH

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and the yeast.
2. Add the water and mix by hand for 3 to 4 minutes to combine well. Let rest for 5 minutes.
3. Add the salt and oil to the dough and mix well.
4. Once well combined, transfer the dough to a floured work surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes. The dough should be smooth, and it should not stick to the surface (add a bit of flour if needed).
5. Transfer to an oiled bowl and cover with a clean, damp dishcloth. Let the dough rise for 1½ hours, preferably in a warm part of the kitchen.
6. Preheat the oven to 450 °F and lightly oil a 13 x 18-inch sheet pan.
7. Transfer the dough to the prepared sheet pan and spread out until about ½ inch thick.
8. With your fingers, dimple the dough to create depressions, making sure to stretch across the pan. If the dough resists, let it rest for 20 minutes more and work it again.

FOR THE SPICY HONEY

1. In a small bowl, pour the honey and drizzle in the spicy olive oil while whisking. Set aside.

FOR THE TOPPINGS/ASSEMBLY

1. About 20 minutes before the dough is ready, line a different sheet pan with parchment paper. Divide the meatballs into 12 to 16 pieces, roll, and place on the baking sheet.
2. Cut off the top of the sausages and pull or pinch out the meat, a little at a time, to form about 12 to 16 pieces. Spread the pieces of meat over the sheet pan with the mini meatballs and cook in the preheated oven for about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Remove the meat from the oven and set aside.
4. Cover the surface of the dough evenly with the slices of Provolone, avoiding overlap.
5. Spoon the Stefano Alla Vodka sauce in small dollops across the cheese. Spread gently to form a thin, even layer.
6. Distribute the cooked sausage and meatball pieces evenly over the sauce.
7. Add the sliced pepperoni and salami, then the cubes of mozzarella, filling in the spaces between the meats.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 30 – 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
9. Remove from the oven and garnish with a generous drizzle of spicy honey. Slice and serve hot. Buon appetito!