Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil Pizza Recipe
(add pepperoni, white anchovy, or italian sausage +3)
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into your desired shape and thickness.
- 2
Add Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 3
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce.
- 4
Add Toppings
If desired, add pepperoni, white anchovy, or Italian sausage on top of the cheese.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and sprinkle with salt. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Garnish
Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately scatter fresh basil leaves on top. Let it cool for a minute before slicing.
