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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 2
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a piece of parchment paper.
- 3
Add the Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 7
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot.
