Margherita Pizza Recipe
Make Margherita Pizza Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch round shape.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and scatter them over the tomato sauce. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
- 9
Season the Pizza
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place it in the oven on the baking sheet. Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice into wedges and serve hot.
