Marge Pizza – Standard Size Recipe
Make Marge Pizza – Standard Size 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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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Assembling and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese.
- 9
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza to enhance flavor.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.