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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a sticky dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it 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 the highest setting (usually around 475°F or 245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 6
Shape Pizza Base
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch round pizza base.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Mozzarella
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute it evenly over the sauce.
- 9
Season Pizza
Sprinkle salt over the pizza to taste, and drizzle olive oil on top.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Add Basil
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves.
- 12
Serve Pizza
Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.