Extra Cheese Recipe
Make Extra Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Cheese Selection
Base Ingredients
Toppings (optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a hot cooking environment for the pizza.
- 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
- 3
Add Sauce
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce layer, followed by the cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
- 5
Add Toppings (Optional)
If using, arrange the pepperoni slices, bell peppers, and mushrooms evenly on top of the cheese layer.
Baking
- 6
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the tablespoon of olive oil over the assembled pizza to enhance flavor and help the crust brown.
- 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
- 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.