Cheese Pizza Recipe
Make Cheese Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. 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, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
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 transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch round shape.
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface.
- 9
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the tomato sauce. Add dried oregano, black pepper, and fresh basil leaves on top.
- 10
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the pizza for added flavor.
- 11
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
