Cheese Pizza Recipe
Indulge in our classic Cheese Pizza, featuring a perfectly baked crust topped with a rich, tangy tomato sauce and a generous layer of melty, gooey mozzarella cheese. Each slice is a delightful combination of flavors, enhanced by a sprinkle of aromatic herbs. Perfectly satisfying and irresistibly comforting, this pizza is a must-try for cheese lovers!
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Pizza Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it reaches your desired thickness. Transfer the rolled out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 2
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- 3
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the cheese, then sprinkle dried oregano and salt evenly on top.
- 4
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 5
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- 6
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot. Enjoy your homemade cheese pizza!
