Ultimate Cheese Pizza Recipe
Make Ultimate Cheese Pizza Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tbs) over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tbs).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until they come together to form a dough. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle or your desired shape.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel. Spread the pizza sauce (1 cup) evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese (3 cups) over the sauce, followed by grated parmesan cheese (0.5 cups).
- 8
Add Seasoning and Bake
Sprinkle dried oregano (1 tsp) and red pepper flakes (to taste) over the top. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves (0.5 cups) before slicing and serving.
