Margherita Pizza Recipe
Classic pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
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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. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the activated yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour mixture. Mix until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 7
Prepare 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.
- 8
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 9
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately add fresh basil leaves on top. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 12
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.