Cheese Pizza Recipe
marinara mozzarella
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Ingredients
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Dough
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then transfer to a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a circle or stretch it by hand to fit your pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 8
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread a layer of the marinara sauce over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top, and add grated Parmesan cheese.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Garnish
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.
