Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGreen LemonExtra Cheese Recipe

Extra Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Green Lemon
Time30m
Serves4

Make Extra Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Selection

Base Ingredients

Toppings (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a hot cooking environment for the pizza.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Dough

    On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Assembling the Pizza

  1. 3

    Add Sauce

    Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce layer, followed by the cheddar and Parmesan cheese.

  3. 5

    Add Toppings (Optional)

    If using, arrange the pepperoni slices, bell peppers, and mushrooms evenly on top of the cheese layer.

Baking

  1. 6

    Drizzle with Olive Oil

    Drizzle the tablespoon of olive oil over the assembled pizza to enhance flavor and help the crust brown.

  2. 7

    Bake the Pizza

    Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Serving

  1. 8

    Slice and Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice it into wedges and serve hot.

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