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, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or as hot as it will go.
- 7
Prepare Dough
Punch down the risen dough and transfer it back to a floured surface. Roll it out to your desired thickness, typically around 12 inches in diameter.
- 8
Add Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges.
- 9
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and distribute it evenly over the sauce.
- 10
Seasoning
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the cheese.
- 11
Add Basil
Tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the top of the pizza.
- 12
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza for extra flavor.
- 13
Bake
Transfer the pizza to a preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- 14
Cool and Serve
Once done, remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.