1. Make the dough:
Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead into a soft, elastic dough (about 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 in a mixer).
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled.
2. Prepare the sauce:
In a small pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes. Let cool slightly.
3. Shape & prep the crust:
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
Roll out dough into a 12-inch circle on parchment paper.
Brush outer crust with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
4. Assemble the pizza:
Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
Top generously with mozzarella. Add a sprinkle of oregano and black pepper.
Carefully transfer to hot baking surface and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
5. Serve & style:
Slice on a wooden board. Lift a slice to showcase that gooey cheese pull.
Let a few strands of cheese stretch across the board, with a couple sauce drips and herb sprinkles for that “homemade magic” look.
Tips for That Perfect Cheese Pull:
Use low-moisture mozzarella for extra stretch.
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