Jul 14 2026

Cheeza Pizza Recipe

Time1h 10m
Serves2

Choice of small cheese pizza or small pepperoni pizza from the wood-fired oven.

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Ingredients

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Pizza Dough and Toppings

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add the olive oil, salt, and flour, and mix until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your wood-fired oven to about 475°F (245°C).

  4. 4

    Shape the Pizza

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about a 10-inch circle. Transfer it to a pizza peel dusted with flour.

  5. 5

    Add Sauce and Toppings

    Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce. For pepperoni pizza, add pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.

  6. 6

    Bake the Pizza

    Slide the pizza into the wood-fired oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.

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