12" Dressed Pizza Recipe
Cheese Pizza with up to 4 toppings. Additional charge for extra toppings.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Pizza Assembly
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until the dough comes together, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the base. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Add Toppings
Add your chosen toppings (up to 4) evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes on top.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice into wedges, and serve hot.
