Cheese Pizza Recipe
Enjoy a classic cheese pizza topped with a rich tomato sauce and a blend of melty mozzarella cheese, baked to perfection.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt, then add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 2
Shape the Pizza
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 3
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top and add dried oregano.
- 4
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.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.