Margherita Pizza Recipe
Classic pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside if you have one.
- 3
Assemble the Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a stone. Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes and arrange them on the dough. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 5
Add Basil and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, top with fresh basil leaves, and drizzle with olive oil. Slice and serve hot.