Margherita Pizza Recipe
Make Margherita Pizza 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 (about 110°F or 43°C) and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until bubbly and frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 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 Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle or shape it by hand.
- 7
Add Sauce
Place the rolled out dough on a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce.
- 9
Add Basil and Oil
Scatter fresh basil leaves over the cheese. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot.