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Classic Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Pizza

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A simple and classic pizza with fresh mozzarella and basil, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

Ingredients for Classic Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Pizza

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Pizza Dough, stretched

each

Tomato Sauce

tablespoons

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, drizzled

to taste

Fresh Mozzarella, torn into large pieces

0 oz

Basil, roughly torn

each

How to Make Classic Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Pizza

1. Preheat the Oven

Place a pizza stone or tiles on the middle rack of your oven and preheat to its highest setting for at least an hour.

2. Assemble the Pizza

Distribute the tomato sauce evenly over the stretched dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Drizzle olive oil lightly over the sauce. Arrange the mozzarella pieces on top, then garnish with torn basil leaves.

3. Bake the Pizza

Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone using a pizza peel. Bake until the crust turns golden and the cheese bubbles, about 4 to 8 minutes.

Variations

White Pizza (Pizza Bianca)

Omit the tomato sauce and use a blend of ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Drizzle with garlic-infused olive oil and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes before baking.

Flavor Twist Pizza

Swap the basil for arugula and add a drizzle of balsamic glaze after baking for a peppery, sweet-and-sour note. Use pesto instead of tomato sauce for an herby, nutty flavor.

Veggie Lover’s Pizza

Add a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and olives on top of the mozzarella. Consider roasting or sautéing the vegetables beforehand to enhance their flavors.

Protein-Added Pizza

Add cooked and crumbled Italian sausage, thinly sliced prosciutto, or grilled chicken strips before baking for a meaty twist. Vegetarian protein options include sliced tempeh or marinated tofu.

Truffle Touch

A light drizzle of truffle oil or a few thin slices of fresh truffle can transform your pizza into a gourmet experience.

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