Pretzel Pizza

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2

Place the warm water (not too hold, but a little warmer than room temperature) in a large bowl and add the yeast. Stir with a spoon until the yeast is mostly dissolved, for about a minute (some clumps may remain).

Step 3

Add the salt and sugar then stir for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add 3 cups of flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a sturdy wooden spoon until the dough is thick and sticky. Add an additional 3/4 cup of flour and stir, until the dough is no longer sticky. Add more flour if needed. Poke the dough, if it bounces back, it's ready to knead.

Step 5

Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead the dough for about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Roll the dough out into a thin 15 inch diameter circle and place on pizza pan or pizza stone.

Step 7

Brush the edges of the pizza crust with the lightly beaten egg, then sprinkle with the crust with the coarse salt.

Step 8

Spread the nacho cheese in the center of the pizza, leaving the edge of the crust clear. Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni.

Step 9

Bake the pizza for 12 to 15 minutes or until the center of the pizza is bubbly and the crust is a golden brown. Let cool for just a few minutes before slicing. Enjoy!