Spezia Cheese Pizza Recipe
Make Spezia 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 the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded 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.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough rises.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a round shape to fit your pizza pan.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the pizza. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce, followed by Parmesan cheese.
- 8
Add Herbs and Spices
Top with fresh basil leaves, oregano, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the assembled pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Serving
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into wedges and serve hot.