Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare all toppings as needed. Cook raw ingredients like sausage, onions, or mushrooms ahead of time.
Follow the directions on the pizza dough package or your homemade recipe to prepare the dough.
Lightly flour a clean surface and your hands. Place the dough on the surface and coat both sides to prevent sticking.
Use your hands or a rolling pin to stretch the dough evenly. Avoid making thin spots in the center. Add more flour if the dough starts to stick.
Transfer the dough to a baking sheet, pizza pan, or pizza stone. Use nonstick spray or semolina flour to prevent sticking.
Spread an even layer of marinara sauce on the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Add your preferred toppings.
Bake the pizza for 10 minutes. Rotate the pan and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Let the pizza rest for 2–3 minutes before slicing.
Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and chopped fresh basil, if desired.
Slice and serve the pizza with a cold glass of kombucha.