Made Origina Recipe

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.

Combine Ingredients

Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with the olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.

Knead the Dough

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Shape the Dough

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle or your desired shape.

Add Sauce and Cheese

Transfer the dough onto a pizza stone or a baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base, leaving a small border. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Add Basil and Seasoning

Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bake Pizza

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Serve

Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.