To make a basic cheese pizza, you'll need the following ingredients and steps:
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Pizza sauce
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Optional toppings (like basil leaves, red pepper flakes, or garlic powder)
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended on your pizza dough package or your recipe if making homemade dough.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. If you're using store-bought dough, follow the instructions on the packaging for preparation.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or a baking sheet that's been lightly greased or lined with parchment paper.
Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. You can add as much or as little cheese as you like, depending on your preference.
If desired, season the pizza with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and any optional toppings you like, such as fresh basil leaves, red pepper flakes, or a sprinkle of garlic powder.
Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor and a golden crust.
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake according to the dough's instructions or until the crust is golden brown, and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. This typically takes around 12-15 minutes, but the time may vary depending on your oven and the thickness of your dough.
Once the pizza is done, carefully remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two.
Slice your cheese pizza and enjoy!
Feel free to customize your cheese pizza with additional toppings like vegetables, pepperoni, or other meats to suit your taste preferences.