Cheese Pizza Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix all-purpose flour and salt together until well combined.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
- 8
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edge. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 9
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the cheese, and sprinkle oregano, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh basil evenly over the pizza.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice it into wedges, and serve hot.
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