Description
Classic Cheesy Garlic Pizza
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Ingredients
1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup pizza sauce (optional)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
A pinch of salt
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Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
2. Prepare the Dough:
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a thin circle or rectangle, depending on your preference.
Transfer the dough to a greased pizza pan or parchment paper.
3. Add Garlic Oil:
In a small bowl, mix olive oil with minced garlic and a pinch of salt.
Brush this garlic mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
4. Layer with Cheese:
Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce if desired.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza.
5. Season the Pizza:
Top with dried oregano and basil for extra flavor.
6. Bake:
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Serve:
Slice and enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or garlic butter.
