Kids Cheese Pizza Recipe
Half pizza, organic mozzarella cheese, red sauce
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Pizza Toppings
Method
Pizza Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto 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 clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Pizza Base
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two halves. Roll out one half on a floured surface to form a 10-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread half of the red pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle half of the organic mozzarella cheese on top and add dried oregano.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
- 10
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm.
