Margherita Recipe
tomato sauce, roasted tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 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
Add the Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 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
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the toppings to enhance the flavors.
- 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
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
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot, enjoying the fresh flavors of the Margherita.
