Four Cheese Pizza is a rich, cheesy delight that combines a variety of cheeses for a decadent and flavorful pizza experience. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
Pizza Dough:
1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Cheese Topping:
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese (or crumbled goat cheese)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for a bolder flavor)
Sauce:
1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce (optional, or use olive oil for a white pizza)
Seasoning:
1 tbsp olive oil (if using no sauce)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness (about 12-14 inches wide). Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add the sauce: If using pizza sauce, spread a thin layer over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. If making a white pizza, brush the dough lightly with olive oil.
Add the cheese: Start by evenly distributing the mozzarella and provolone over the pizza. Dollop small spoonfuls of ricotta cheese across the surface. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and cheddar on top, covering the pizza in layers of cheesy goodness.
Season: Sprinkle the pizza with garlic powder, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Bake: Slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Serve: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves (optional) before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your gooey, cheesy Four Cheese Pizza!
