Margherita Recipe
Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, sea salt, California extra virgin olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
If using store-bought, follow package instructions. If homemade, roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or higher if your oven allows.
- 3
Assemble the Pizza
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them over the sauce.
- 4
Add Basil and Season
Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the cheese. Add sea salt to taste.
- 5
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle California extra virgin olive oil over the pizza for extra flavor.
- 6
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.
