Garlic Five Cheese Pizza Recipe
Brushed with olice oil, then loaded with garlic, Asiago, Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar and jack cheese
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Prepare Garlic Oil
In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 8
- 9
Add Cheeses
Sprinkle the shredded Asiago, Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, and jack cheese evenly over the pizza base.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or hot pizza stone. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
