Margherita Pizza Recipe
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Pizza Topping
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the 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 until a dough forms, then turn it onto a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Assemble and Bake the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border for the crust.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into pieces and distribute them over the tomato sauce. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
- 9
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the top and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.