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Best-Ever Pepperoni Pizza

"You’ll love working with the dough, the cheesy surprise inside the crust and the jazzed-up sauce in this pie. —Scottie Orr-Wedeven, Grand Rapids, Michigan..."

INGREDIENTS
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
4 pieces string cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
SAUCE:
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
TOPPINGS:
1 package (3 ounces) sliced pepperoni
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
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