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Ingredients
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Margherita Pizza Ingredients
Method
Margherita Pizza Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
If using store-bought dough, skip this step. If making from scratch, prepare the pizza dough according to your recipe or package instructions. Allow it to rise for at least 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
- 3
Assemble the Pizza
On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a round shape approximately 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or into the oven on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!