Caprese Pizza Recipe
Tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil topped with EVOO, Sea salt and cracked black pepper
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust.
- 2
Shape the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 3
Add Toppings
Slice the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes. Arrange the mozzarella slices evenly over the dough, followed by the tomato slices.
- 4
Season the Pizza
Drizzle the pizza with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve immediately.