Easy Homemade Pan Pizzas

INGREDIENTS  

Quick No-Rise Pizza Dough

• 2 cups warm (not hot) water
• 2 packets active dry yeast 3 teaspoons
• 2 tbsp. granulated white sugar
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp. salt

Toppings

• 8 oz pizza sauce jarred or homemade
• 8 oz. mozzarella cheese shredded
• 6 oz. Monterey Jack cheese shredded
• pepperoni
• spinach leaves (optional)
• garlic butter (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS 

Quick Homemade Pizza Dough

• In a large mixing bowl, pour in the warm water.
• Add the active dry yeast and sugar; let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture is frothy.
• Pour in the olive oil and gently stir with a spatula until combined.
• Add in the flour and salt; mix with the spatula until a slightly sticky ball forms. Create a dough ball (using a bit more flour if needed.)
• Transfer your dough ball to a floured surface and knead until the dough is smooth.
• Split the dough in half and roll them into your desired shape. Transfer the dough to two sheet pans sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
• Poke holes in the dough with a fork to avoid the crusts puffing up. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425°F.
• Parbake the crusts for about 5 minutes.
• Remove the par-baked crusts and spread tomato sauce on each. Add your cheese, meats, and veggies on top.
• Bake for 10 – 13 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
• Remove from the oven and brush the crusts with garlic butter.
• Top with your favorite pizza toppings: crushed red pepper, parmesan flakes, grated cheese, balsamic glaze, etc. Enjoy!