Santa Margherita Recipe
Make Santa Margherita Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil. Add the activated yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base, leaving a small border. Tear mozzarella cheese into pieces and distribute them on top. Add fresh basil leaves.
- 8
Season and Drizzle
Drizzle olive oil over the top and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
