Cheese Pizza Recipe
A classic cheese pizza topped with mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate 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 Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 7
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.
- 8
Add Tomato Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface.
- 9
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the tomato sauce. Add dried oregano and black pepper to taste.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 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 for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.
