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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Pizza Toppings
Method
Pizza Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the 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 and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch round.
- 8
Add Tomato Sauce
Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza peel or a baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 9
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- 10
Add Fresh Basil
Scatter fresh basil leaves over the cheese, reserving some for garnishing after baking.
- 11
Bake the Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Finish the Pizza
Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.
