Classic Cheese Pizza Recipe
tomato, shredded mozzarella, sicilian oregano, pecorino
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before stretching.
- 2
Shape the Pizza
On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer it to a pizza stone or a greased baking sheet.
- 3
Add the Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the shaped dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce. Then, evenly sprinkle the Sicilian oregano on top and add salt to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Drizzle a little olive oil over the pizza and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Finish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the grated pecorino cheese on top. Let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
