Lemon Basil Cheese Pizza (Print-Friendly Version)
A flavorful pizza packed with lemon, basil, and a trio of cheeses for any gathering.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
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225 g pizza dough, warmed up
→ Cheeses
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60 ml grated Parmesan cheese
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80 g shredded mozzarella cheese
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80 g shredded provolone cheese
→ Toppings
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
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2 garlic cloves, chopped
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2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
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1 small Meyer lemon or regular lemon, sliced thin
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1 shallot, halved and layers separated
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Chili flakes, to taste
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1 teaspoon honey
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Fresh basil leaves, a good handful
# How to Make It:
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Set your oven to 230°C.
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On a floured surface, shape the dough into a circle about 25-30 cm wide. Move it onto a baking sheet.
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Brush the dough with olive oil. Evenly add Parmesan, sesame seeds, thyme, garlic, layers of shallot, and chili flakes. Drizzle honey on top.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and provolone on top. Place lemon slices over the cheese. Toss on a handful of ripped fresh basil leaves.
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Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the crust turns golden and the cheeses are bubbling away.
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Take it out of the oven. Immediately add two big handfuls of fresh basil leaves on top. Cut and enjoy.
# Extra Information:
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For the best taste, mix fresh and dried chili flakes for just the right heat.