Margherita Recipe
Make Margherita 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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Pizza Dough and Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add flour, salt, and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In another bowl, crush the canned tomatoes by hand and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or as high as it will go.
- 4
Stretch the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. On a floured surface, stretch each portion into a 10-12 inch round pizza shape.
- 5
Assemble the Pizza
Spread a thin layer of the crushed tomato sauce on each pizza base. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute evenly over the sauce. Add fresh basil leaves.
- 6
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza onto a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot. Enjoy your Margherita pizza!
