Prepare the Dough

1. Mix the dough ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon active dry yeast. Gradually add 1 1/4 cups warm water and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.

2. Knead the dough

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

3. Let the dough rise

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Tomato Sauce

4. Sauté garlic

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Cook the tomato sauce

Add 1 (15 oz) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the saucepan. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Pizza

6. Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats.

7. Shape the pizza dough

Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch it into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel if using a pizza stone.

8. Spread the tomato sauce

Spoon an even layer of the prepared tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

9. Add the cheeses

Top the sauce with 3/4 cup ricotta cheese (dolloped in spoonfuls), 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese. Distribute the cheeses evenly across the pizza.

Bake the Pizza

10. Bake the pizza

Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

11. Cool and serve

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving hot.

Ricotta Cheese/ Parmesan Cheese/ Mozzarella Cheese/ Fontina Cheese Pizza Recipe

Recipe information

Get This Recipe In Your Inbox

Just share your email, and we'll send it straight to your inbox. Plus, enjoy weekly servings of cooking inspiration as a bonus!

Was this page helpful?

General

Dough

Tomato Sauce

Cheese Topping