Personal Cheese Pizza (7") Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 4
Shape the Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 7-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 5
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese, and add any optional toppings you desire.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- 7
Slice and Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot!