Classic Cheese Pizza Recipe – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Nothing beats a classic cheese pizza because of its crunchy dough, luscious mozzarella, and zesty tomato sauce. This handmade version is always preferable to takeaway, whether it's for a weekend treat or a family dinner. For the ideal cheesy pizza, adhere to our detailed instructions.

Ingredients (Makes a 12-inch pizza)
For the Dough:
2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp (5g) salt
1 tsp (4g) sugar
1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
¾ cup (180ml) warm water
2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil

For the Sauce:
½ cup (120ml) tomato sauce
1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
1 tsp (5g) dried oregano
½ tsp (2.5g) salt
½ tsp (2.5g) black pepper

For the Toppings:
2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil (for brushing)
Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Required Utensils:
Bowl for mixing
A rolling pin
Measurement spoons and cups
Baking tray or pizza stone
A pizza cutter

Time Spent Preparing:
One hour for the dough to rise
Assembly and prep: 20 minutes
12 to 15 minutes for baking
About 1 hour and 35 minutes in total

Directions
Get the dough ready:
Combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water in a basin.  Let it sit until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.  Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth after adding the flour, salt, and olive oil.  Place a moist cloth over it and let it to rise for one hour, or until it has doubled.

Create the Sauce: 
In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Put the pizza together:
Set the oven temperature to 475°F (245°C).  On a surface dusted with flour, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle.  Move to a baking tray or pizza stone.  Evenly distribute the sauce, then sprinkle the Parmesan and mozzarella over top.  To make the crust crisp, brush the edges with olive oil.

Bake till perfect: 
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden.  Add fresh basil as a garnish (optional).

Nutritional Info (Per Slice)
Calories: 250 kcal
Carbs: 32g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g

Pro Tip for the Best Cheese Pizza: 
30 minutes before baking, preheat your pizza stone or tray to achieve an extra crispy crust.  Additionally, to avoid a soggy pizza, use mozzarella that is low in moisture.