Preheat the Oven- Set the oven rack to the lower position and the temperature to 500ºF (260ºC).
Prepare the Dough- Allow the prepared pizza dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Cook the Sausage- In a medium skillet or saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meat, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned, about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool while preparing the rest of the pizza.
Prepare the Pan- Lightly brush a large baking sheet with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal on the pan if desired for a crunchy crust texture.
Shape the Dough- On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle—transfer to the baking sheet. Use fingers to press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about ½-inch tall and wide.Brush olive oil on the edges to make the crust crispier when baked.
Add the Toppings- Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, followed by the mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, and bacon. Sprinkle on oregano and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Bake- On the lowest oven rack, cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Serve- Immediately slice and serve while still hot.
Notes
If using my homemade pizza dough recipe: The recipe makes enough for 2 pizzas. Double the topping ingredients, or use 1 crust and save the other for later.
Storing: Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Place on a sheet pan and broil on the lowest rack until cheese is hot and bubbling about 5 minutes. Alternatively, microwave in 15 to 30-second intervals until the cheese is melted.
