Cheese Pizza Recipe

 

Cheese Pizza Recipe

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 2 cups plain flour (maida)

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon cooking oil

• 1 teaspoon dry yeast

• ¾ cup warm water

For the sauce:

• 1 cup tomato paste or crushed tomatoes

• 1 teaspoon oil

• 1 teaspoon chopped garlic

• A little salt

• A pinch of chili flakes (optional)

• A pinch of oregano (optional)

For the topping:

• 1 to 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese

• Some fresh basil leaves (if available)

• Some grated Parmesan (optional)

 How to Make It:

1. Make the Dough

• In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Wait 5 minutes so the yeast gets active.

• Add flour, sugar, salt, and oil. Mix everything well.

• Knead (press and fold) the dough for 8–10 minutes until soft.

• Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 1 hour. It will rise and become bigger.

2. Make the Sauce

• Heat a little oil in a pan.

• Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

• Add tomato paste, salt, oregano, and chili flakes.

• Cook for 5 minutes on low heat. Turn off the stove.

3. Make the Pizza

• Heat your oven to 220°C (or 430°F).

• Roll out the dough into a round shape.

• Spread the tomato sauce on the dough.

• Sprinkle lots of cheese on top.

• Add basil or anything else you like.

4. Bake the Pizza

• Place it in the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes.

• The cheese will melt, and the crust will turn golden.

5. Ready to Eat

• Cut the pizza into slices and enjoy hot!

 Extra Tips:

• Don’t have an oven? You can also make this in a pan with a lid on low heat.

• You can add other toppings like onions, olives, or mushrooms.

Final Look: