Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHarry & Izzy'sTraditional Cheese Pizza Recipe

Traditional Cheese Pizza Recipe

Inspired by Harry & Izzy's
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Four cheese blend.

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Ingredients

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Pizza Dough and Toppings

Method

Preparation and Baking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour, mixing until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the pizza.

  4. 4

    Shape the Pizza

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Add Sauce and Cheese

    Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, and gorgonzola cheeses evenly on top.

  6. 6

    Bake the Pizza

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

  7. 7

    Serve

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

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