Pizza Napolitana Recipe
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and garlic sprinkled with 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 active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, add all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix the ingredients until they form a dough. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to the highest temperature (around 475°F or 245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- 6
Shape Pizza 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 Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Toppings
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute it over the sauce. Then add sliced tomatoes, minced garlic, and sprinkle fresh basil on top.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice it, and serve hot with extra basil on top if desired.
