Cheese Pizza Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Baking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add flour, olive oil, and salt, and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 3
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 4
Add the Sauce and Cheese
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Top with torn mozzarella cheese and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves and black pepper to taste. Cut into slices and serve hot.
