Step 1

Preheat oven to 500F. Place un-oiled cast iron skillet in oven to preheat for 20-25 minutes.

Step 2

Cut dough ball in half, use hands to press out dough into a circle about the size of your skillet.

Step 3

Have all ingredients ready to go and remove heated skillet from oven. Very carefully use a few paper towels/napkins to spread oil around to coat hot skillet. Carefully place dough circle in pan and adjust to fit edges.

Step 4

Add sauce leaving room around the edges for crust to form and rise. Sprinkle mozzarella & parmesan cheese over top. Add additional toppings of choice.

Step 5

Bake for 14-16 minutes – cheese should be bubbling, browned, and crust should be golden brown. Allow pizza to cool slightly then carefully transfer to cutting board. Top with red pepper flakes if desired. See notes for extra toppings.

Step 6

Either repeat cooking process with other dough ball to make second pizza or freeze second dough ball for later use.