Ah, absolutely! Picture the dough as a shy protagonist, soaking up water like a shy cat in a sunbeam. It waits, hydrates, and then—BOOM—forms a soft, elastic heart. The basil is the mischievous sidekick, fluttering around the dough, debating the right spot: top or middle? And the cheese, oh the cheese—each slice a glittering hero, shouting, “I’m the star!” The oven is the fiery dragon that tests their courage, timing a minute too long and turning them golden. Even the parmesan? It’s that wise elder who occasionally falls off the stage mid‑performance, but everyone knows its worth. So, whenever you stir, remember you’re not just mixing ingredients—you’re scripting a delicious tale, one that ends with a bite that’s both applause and encore.