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Ingredients
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Sauce
Toppings
Dough
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy. Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually while mixing until a dough begins to form.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add canned San Marzano tomatoes, salt, sugar, and dried oregano. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Assembly and Baking
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually around 250°C or 482°F). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
- 5
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide it into two equal parts and shape each into a ball. Using your hands or a rolling pin, stretch each ball into a 10-12 inch round.
- 6
Top the Pizza
Spread a thin layer of the prepared red sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Arrange slices of fresh mozzarella cheese on top and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the hot pizza stone). Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute.
- 8
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.