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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Pizza Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Start by rolling out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Make sure it’s large enough to fit your pizza stone or baking tray.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot enough to cook your pizza evenly.
- 3
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving about an inch of space at the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce, ensuring an even coverage to allow for a beautifully melted topping.
- 5
Add Basil and Seasoning
Tear the fresh basil leaves and distribute them over the cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the top for added flavor and to help the cheese brown nicely.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot.