Pizza Vulkanen

Ingredients

• Pizza dough (1 (12-inch) round)
• Pizza sauce (1/2 cup)
• Mozzarella cheese (1 1/2 cups, shredded)
• Parmesan cheese (1/4 cup, grated)
• Pepperoni (1 cup, sliced)
• Jalapenos (1/2 cup, sliced (fresh or pickled))
• Hot sauce (to taste)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Fresh basil (1/4 cup, torn)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up for at least 30 minutes.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, aiming for about 12 inches in diameter.
3. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
5. Layer the sliced pepperoni evenly over the sauce, followed by the sliced jalapenos.
6. Drizzle hot sauce over the toppings according to your spice preference, adding more for extra heat.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese generously over the entire pizza.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
11. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
12. Slice and serve hot, enjoying the explosive flavors!