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Pepperoni pizza

From the video “HOMEMADE DETROIT STYLE PEPPERONI PIZZA | SAM THE COOKING GUY” by SAM THE COOKING GUY. RecipesMD is not affiliated with SAM THE COOKING GUY. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~20 min
est.
Serves
~4
est.
Cost
~$3.84*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$15.16* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
15

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$11.52*for the batch in the video
~$3.84*per serving

You save about ~$15.16* per serving (80% less*) than ordering it out — ~$45.48* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario pizza (about 1/3), before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 3 predicted from typical costs · not priced: bread flour, instant yeast, pepperoni

* Estimate, not a quote: 3 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pizza (about 1/3) at ~$19, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving616 kcal · 31% of 2,000
Fat23 g29%
Saturated fat13 g67%
Sodium1,557 mg68%
Carbohydrate74 g27%
Fiber5.7 g20%
Total sugars11 gno daily value
Added sugars1.1 g2%
Protein31 g62%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+13 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−1 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 8 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: model estimate (no quantities to work from)). Not counted because the video gives no amount: olive oil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, white sugar and 2 more. Not matched to nutrient data: instant yeast. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • cutting board
  • glass bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Detroit-style baking pan
  • spoon
  • brush
  • knife
  • oven

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact oven temperature was not specified beyond maximum heat
  • Serving size and total cooking time were not stated
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Pepperoni pizza

What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's Pepperoni pizza recipe and technique special?

SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on Pepperoni pizza focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Cheese must reach edges to create crispy frico crust. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Pepperoni pizza at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Pepperoni pizza recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Pepperoni pizza ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Pepperoni pizza can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's Pepperoni pizza?

This recipe utilizes approximately 15 ingredients across 15 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Pepperoni pizza?

The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.