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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled 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 the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into pieces and distribute it evenly over the sauce. Scatter the fresh basil leaves on top.
- 9
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool slightly, then slice it into wedges and serve hot.