Tomato Pizza Recipe

 Introduction:

Cheese and tomato pizza is a favorite with everyone, young and old. This pizza is served hot with a crispy and soft crust, and its cheesy toppings and fresh tomato slices take the flavor to the next level. Making pizza at home is now easier than ever, and you can customize it with your favorite ingredients. This recipe is especially for those who enjoy a simple and classic pizza.

The secret to this pizza is perfectly rising the dough and spreading the cheese layer evenly. This recipe will show you step-by-step how to make a soft crust, prepare the tasty tomato and cheese toppings, and bake it perfectly in the oven. This recipe is perfect for both beginners and experienced people.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• All-purpose flour 2 cups

• Hot water 3/4 cup

• Dry yeast 1 teaspoon

• Sugar 1 teaspoon

• Salt 1/2 teaspoon

• Olive oil 1 tablespoon

For the Topping:

• Pizza sauce or tomato ketchup 4 to 5 tablespoons

• Mozzarella cheese 1.5 cups grated

• Fresh tomatoes 3 to 4 (sliced)

• Oregano (optional) 1/2 teaspoon

• Black pepper powder 1/4 teaspoon

• Olive oil for drizzling 1 teaspoon

Step by Step Method:

1: Prepare the Dough:

Pour hot water into a bowl, add the sugar and dry yeast, and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Stir until the yeast activates and bubbles form.

Mix flour and salt in a separate bowl.

Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour and form a soft dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.

Knead the dough thoroughly for 8 to 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 to 2 hours. The dough is ready when it doubles in size.

2: Preparing the Pizza Base:

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Punch the dough lightly to release the air and roll it into a circular shape on a floured surface.

Grease a pizza pan or tray with a little oil or butter and place the dough in the pan.

3: Spreading the Sauce:

Spread pizza sauce or tomato ketchup evenly over the dough, leaving room for the edges to create a crispy crust.

Sprinkle a little black pepper and oregano over the sauce for extra flavor.

4: Adding Cheese and Toppings:

Spread grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Arrange fresh tomato slices over the cheese, or add your favorite toppings.

If desired, drizzle a little olive oil for a golden crust and flavor enhancement.

5: Baking the Pizza:

Bake the pizza in a preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

You can adjust the time slightly depending on the oven temperature. The pizza is ready when the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

6: Serving:

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2 to 3 minutes.

Slice and serve.

Extra cheese, chili flakes, or fresh herbs can be sprinkled on top for a more tasty treat.

Tips:

1. How to keep dough soft and fluffy:

Dissolve yeast in warm water and knead the dough thoroughly. Don't ignore the resting time; this is the secret to a soft crust.

2. How to melt cheese evenly:

Spread mozzarella cheese evenly and preheat the oven so the cheese melts properly.

3. Keep tomato slices fresh:

Thinly slice them before placing them on the pizza so they remain soft and juicy when baked.

4. For extra flavor:

Sprinkle with oregano, basil, black pepper, or a little garlic powder.

5.Crispy crust:

If you want a crispy base, bake the pizza on the bottom rack of the oven.

6. Custom toppings: 

You can add capsicum, olives, mushrooms, or cheese to your liking.

Conclusion:

This Cheese and Tomato Pizza recipe is simple, tasty, and easy to make at home. You'll get a combination of perfect dough rise, cheesy toppings, and fresh tomato slices that melt and burst with flavor in every bite. The fun of making pizza at home is that you can customize your ingredients and toppings, enjoying a healthy and fresh pizza.

If you follow this recipe, you'll get a perfect soft crust and cheesy pizza every time. This recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a weekend snack. Just keep the ingredients fresh, let the dough rise patiently, and enjoy the combination of cheese and tomato.