Cheese Pizza Recipe

Name: Cheese Pizza
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 large pizza (12 inches)
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pound pizza dough; 1/2 cup pizza sauce; 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Italian-American · Main course · 35 min total

Cheese Pizza recipe videos

A classic homemade cheese pizza with a crispy crust, tangy tomato sauce, and a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese.

20
min prep

15
min cook

4
servings

350
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 pound pizza dough
1/2 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, stretch dough into a 12-inch round, about 1/4 inch thick.
Transfer dough to a floured pizza peel or parchment paper. Brush edges with olive oil.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Slide pizza onto preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and browned.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with Parmesan if desired. Let cool 2 minutes before slicing.

Tips

For a crispier crust, preheat the baking sheet or stone for at least 30 minutes.
Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture, but pat dry to avoid sogginess.
Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a 375°F oven.

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