Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) . If you have a pizza stone or baking steel, place it in the oven to heat up.
• In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder together to make a simple seasoning drizzle.

2. Shape the Dough

• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
• Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper or a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.

3. Add Sauce and Toppings

• Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge.
• Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
• Top evenly with sliced pepperoni and mushrooms.
• Lightly drizzle the seasoned olive oil mixture over the top.

4. Bake the Pizza

• Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes , or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly charred at the edges.

5. Resting Time: 5 minutes

• Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps the cheese set and makes it easier to cut.

6. Serve

• Slice into 4 pieces and serve warm. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.