Margherita Recipe
mozzarella | tomato sauce | oregano | fresh 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 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Combine the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- 8
Add Cheese and Oregano
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce and add the dried oregano evenly.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 10
Add Fresh Basil
Once the pizza is out of the oven, add fresh basil leaves on top before slicing.
- 11
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot, garnished with additional olive oil if desired.
