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
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix well until evenly distributed.
- 2
Add Water and Oil
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the warm water and olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet inside to heat.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch round pizza base.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter them over the sauce.
- 8
Season and Add Basil
Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste. Finally, add the fresh basil leaves on top.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Slice and serve hot.