Margherita Pizza Recipe
Tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil, and stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly on the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Tear the mozzarella into pieces and distribute it over the sauce.
- 8
Add Basil and Drizzle Oil
Tear the basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese. Drizzle olive oil on top and add salt to taste.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot.