Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMad NiceMargherita Recipe

Margherita Recipe

Inspired by Mad Nice
Time30m
Serves2

tomato, basil, mozz, wild oregano, chili flake

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Ingredients

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Pizza Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or the highest setting available.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Dough

    On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch round.

  3. 3

    Add Tomato Sauce

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

  4. 4

    Add Cheese

    Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce.

  5. 5

    Add Basil and Seasonings

    Scatter fresh basil leaves on top, sprinkle with wild oregano, and add chili flakes to your liking.

  6. 6

    Drizzle with Olive Oil

    Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor.

  7. 7

    Bake the Pizza

    Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.

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