A delightful homemade pizza recipe featuring fresh ingredients and a crispy crust.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside to heat.
Using a pizza stone ensures a crispy crust by evenly distributing heat.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pre-made pizza crust.
Leave a small border around the edges for a nice crust.
Sprinkle the fresh mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Tear the mozzarella into small pieces for better coverage.
Arrange the sliced ripe tomatoes and fresh basil leaves on top of the cheese.
Overlap the tomato slices slightly for even cooking.
Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
Bake the pizza on the preheated pizza stone for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Rotate the pizza halfway through baking for even cooking.
Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.
Slice and serve your delicious homemade pizza.
Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.