Margherita Recipe
fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, parmesan, olive oil, fresh garlic & tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 2
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 3
Add Cheese and Garlic
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce. Mince the fresh garlic and sprinkle it over the cheese.
- 4
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor.
- 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
Add Basil and Parmesan
Once out of the oven, sprinkle fresh basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese over the pizza.
- 7
Slice and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!