Jul 17 2026

Margherita Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

tomato sauce, roasted tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Add the Tomato Sauce

    Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

  3. 3

    Layer the Ingredients

    Distribute the roasted tomatoes evenly over the tomato sauce. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter them on top. Season with salt and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with Olive Oil

    Drizzle olive oil over the toppings to enhance the flavors.

  5. 5

    Bake the Pizza

    Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

  6. 6

    Add Fresh Basil

    Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. Allow to cool for a minute before slicing.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Slice the pizza and serve hot, enjoying the fresh flavors of the Margherita.

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