Ten Inch Cheese Pizza Recipe
Make Ten Inch Cheese Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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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 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Dough Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 10-inch circle.
- 8
Add Sauce
Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- 9
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Add grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, and any optional toppings like olives, bell pepper, and mushrooms.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot.