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The Best Cheese Pizza

Easy Cheese Pizza

Camila Benitez
Cheese pizza, a classic and beloved dish, is a mouth-watering combination of soft, chewy dough, rich tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This simple yet satisfying pizza is a versatile and customizable option that can be enjoyed with various toppings or savored in its purest form.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 8 slices

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 Homemade pizza dough
  • ½ to ¾ cup pizza sauce , as desired
  • 8 ounces sliced Munster cheese
  • 1 and ½ cups shredded mozzarella
  • 3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Ground basil , to taste
  • Ground oregano , to taste

For Brushing:

Instructions
 

  • Preheating the oven to 450° F. In a small bowl Whisk the extra virgin olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder. Set aside
  • In a Lightly grease pizza pan, sprinkle cornmeal onto the bottom of your pizza pan, pat the dough out using your fingertips to 12" to 14'' in diameter or use a pin to stretch the pizza dough on a pizza peel or inverted baking sheet, lightly dusted with cornmeal then slide the pizza onto the pizza pan.
  • Top the crust with the pizza sauce, then the sliced Munster cheese, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Lightly brush crust with the extra virgin olive oil mixture.
  • Sprinkle with basil and oregano on top of the cheese.
  • Bake the cheese pizza for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.Enjoy!

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat
  • To store: Let it cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, cover the pizza with aluminum foil or plastic wrap. If you have individual slices, you can place them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic. Store the pizza in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • To reheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you have a pizza stone or baking sheet, preheat it in the oven to help crisp up the crust. Place the leftover pizza directly on the oven rack or preheated stone/sheet and heat for about 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is warmed. Alternatively, you can reheat the pizza in the microwave by placing a slice or two on a microwave-safe plate, covering it with a microwave-safe cover or damp paper towel, and microwaving on high for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Make-Ahead
Prepare the pizza dough and sauce and store them in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. This will save you time on the day of making the pizza. Pre-cook and pre-cut any meat and veggies you plan to use as toppings and store them in separate containers in the refrigerator until you are ready to use them. Assemble the pizza ahead of time, but do not bake it. Instead, cover the pizza with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
When you are ready to bake the pizza, remove it from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour to warm up slightly. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake the pizza according to the recipe instructions, adding a few extra minutes of baking time to account for the chilled dough.
How to Freeze
Allow the pizza to cool completely after baking. Wrap the pizza tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Place the wrapped pizza in a large freezer-safe bag or container. Store the pizza in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. When you are ready to eat the pizza, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake the pizza on a preheated pizza pan or baking sheet for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Cheese Pizza
Amount per Serving
Calories
191
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
30
mg
10
%
Sodium
 
292
mg
13
%
Potassium
 
79
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
2
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
378
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
230
mg
23
%
Iron
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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