Margarita Pizza Recipe
Classic pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a rich tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Tear the fresh mozzarella into chunks and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone (or bake on the baking sheet) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top it with fresh basil leaves.
- 7
Slice and Serve
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot.