Four Cheese Pizza Recipe
A delectable blend of four rich, melted cheeses on a perfectly crisp pizza crust. This cheese lover’s dream combines the creamy goodness of 4 cheeses.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Cheese Blend
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate the 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 the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assemble the Pizza
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust.
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add the Cheese
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, then evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, dollops of ricotta, and crumbled Gorgonzola on top.
- 8
Season the Pizza
Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes over the cheese blend for added flavor.
Bake the Pizza
- 9
Bake
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Garnish
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle fresh chopped basil over the top before slicing.
