Margherita Pizza Recipe
Make Margherita Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add olive oil, flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Let it Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) about 30 minutes before baking the pizza.
- 5
Assemble the Pizza
Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce evenly on the dough, then add slices of fresh mozzarella, a drizzle of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 7
Add Fresh Basil
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.
