Cheese Pizza Recipe
Savor the classic delight of our Cheese Pizza, featuring a perfectly baked crust topped with rich tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the 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.
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Pizza
Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, and black pepper.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, slice, and serve hot.
