Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrow BarClassic Cheese Recipe

Classic Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Crow Bar
Time40m
Serves2

Tomato sauce, mozzarella

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Ingredients

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Sauce

Toppings

Method

Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Garlic

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Assemble the Cheese

  1. 4

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).

  2. 5

    Spread the Sauce

    Once the sauce has thickened, spread a generous amount over your pizza base or baking dish.

  3. 6

    Add Mozzarella

    Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.

  4. 7

    Bake

    Place the assembled cheese in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  5. 8

    Garnish

    Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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