Jul 14 2026
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Margherita Recipe

Inspired by Marcello's Pizzeria
Time1h 30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Dough

Toppings

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

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

  2. 2

    Mix Dough Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Pizza Assembly

  1. 5

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to the highest setting (around 475°F or 245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

  2. 6

    Shape the Dough

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

  3. 7

    Add Sauce and Toppings

    Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them over the sauce. Add fresh basil leaves on top.

  4. 8

    Season the Pizza

    Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. 9

    Bake the Pizza

    Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

  6. 10

    Serve

    Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

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