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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water (3 ml) with sugar (1 tsp) and yeast (1 tsp). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (2 cups) and salt (0.5 tsp).
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is frothy, add it along with olive oil (1 tbs) to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased 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
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness (about 12 inches in diameter).
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce (0.5 cups) evenly over the surface.
- 9
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (1.5 cups) over the tomato sauce, then add dried oregano (1 tsp), and black pepper (0.5 tsp).
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, add fresh basil leaves (to taste) on top, slice, and serve hot.
