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Classic Homemade Ultimate Cheese Pizza Recipe

A thick slice of homemade cheese pizza showing extreme cheese pull and a fluffy crust.
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Make the ultimate cheesy pizza at home with this simple recipe. You get a perfect pie with a crispy crust and layers of gooey, melty cheese, ideal for family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 recipe Pizza Dough (enough for one 12-inch pizza)
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce (simple tomato sauce)
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Provolone Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for brushing crust)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Instructions

  1. Prepare your pizza dough according to your preferred recipe or use store-bought dough. Let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before stretching.
  2. Preheat your oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit (245 degrees Celsius). If you have a pizza stone or steel, place it in the oven while preheating.
  3. Lightly flour your work surface. Stretch or roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal or onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the outer edge of the dough lightly with olive oil for a crispier crust.
  5. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  6. Combine the mozzarella and provolone cheeses in a bowl. Sprinkle this cheese blend evenly over the sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella and provolone.
  8. Sprinkle the dried oregano over the cheese topping.
  9. Bake the pizza for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Cooking time varies based on your oven and crust thickness.
  10. Remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for 2 minutes before slicing and serving your delicious homemade pizza.

Notes

  • For the best melty cheese pizza experience, use a blend of cheeses. Mozzarella provides the stretch, while provolone adds a sharper flavor.
  • If you want a crispy crust pizza, bake directly on a preheated pizza stone or steel.
  • This recipe works well for a simple pizza recipe, but you can add pepperoni or vegetables for a more loaded pie.

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