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This is called Pepperoni Loaf because when you roll the dough, you roll it as one whole piece instead of several little pieces.
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Pour warm water into a bowl.
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The water should be about 85 to 115F Test it with your hand.
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It should feel very warm, but comfortable.
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Add the honey and salt.
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Mix on low until well blended.
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Add the yeast and mix.
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Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes.
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Add 1 cup of flour and the olive oil and mix until well blended.
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Add the rest of the flour (and any other additions) and mix well.
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The dough should turn into a ball.
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If the dough does not ball up because it's too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time until it does.
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If your mixture is more like a batter, add flour one tablespoon at a time.
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Adding water or flour as needed to get the right consistency will assure you always get a perfect dough.
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Just remember to do it in small amounts.
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Once the dough is balled up, place the ball on a floured board and knead for about a minute.
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This builds the gluten which helps the dough to rise and become fluffy when cooked.
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Place the dough in a plastic grocery bag or a covered bowl and store in a warm, dry area to rise.
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After about 45 minutes the dough should have about doubled in size.
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Punch down the dough so it deflates.
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Let it rise for another hour to an hour and a half.
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The dough is now ready to be rolled out.
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Roll the dough with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices inside of it.
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Sprinkle oregano on tope of the loaf, or inside if you wish.
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Bake in the oven at 300 for 45 minutes or until done in the middle.
