Margherita Pizza Recipe
Marinara Base, Shredded & Fresh Mozzarella, Sliced Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Basil
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Pizza Dough
If using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature. If making from scratch, prepare and allow to rise.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or as high as your oven allows.
- 3
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape.
- 4
Add Marinara Sauce
Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Add Cheeses
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce, then slice the fresh mozzarella and distribute it on top.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Slice the Roma tomatoes and place them evenly over the cheese.
- 7
Season and Drizzle
Sprinkle salt to taste and drizzle olive oil over the top.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Garnish with Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
- 10
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot. Enjoy your Margherita Pizza!
