Jul 14 2026

Margherita Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Freshly sliced mozzarella, fresh basil, and tomato sauce.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the 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.

Assembling the Pizza

  1. 5

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

  2. 6

    Shape Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter.

  3. 7

    Add Sauce

    Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

  4. 8

    Add Cheese

    Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese and distribute evenly over the tomato sauce.

  5. 9

    Add Basil and Season

    Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle over the pizza. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  6. 10

    Bake Pizza

    Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Serving

  1. 11

    Slice and Serve

    Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, then slice and serve hot.

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