Cheese Pizza Recipe
Kids meal includes soft drink and choice of side. *DOES NOT INCLUDE SIDE
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out or stretch it into a pizza shape.
- 8
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the shaped dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce and add Italian seasoning.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
If desired, sprinkle fresh basil on top after removing from the oven. Slice the pizza and serve hot.
