Margherita Pizza Recipe
Classic pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest temperature, typically around 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Aim for a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
- 3
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute it evenly over the sauce.
- 4
Season
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Add Basil
Once the pizza is out of the oven, scatter fresh basil leaves over the top. Let it cool for a minute before slicing.
- 7
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot, drizzling with extra olive oil if desired.