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The Ultimate Homemade Pizza Recipe

A delightful homemade pizza recipe that allows you to unleash your creativity in the kitchen with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

  • Pizza Dough (homemade or store-bought)
  • Olive Oil
  • Pizza Sauce
  • Shredded Cheese (mozzarella and provolone recommended)
  • Toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, pineapple, etc.)
  • Fresh Herbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough by rolling it out to about ¼ inch thick and preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Add a thin layer of olive oil across the rolled-out dough.
  3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½ inch border.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese over the sauce.
  5. Add your favorite toppings evenly on the pizza.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Let the pizza rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and adding fresh herbs.

Notes

For a crispier crust, bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.

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