Margherita Pizza Recipe
Make Margherita Pizza Recipe in just 2h . 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. Stir gently and 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 to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let It Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 7
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, mix the crushed tomatoes with salt and black pepper to taste. Spread the mixture evenly over the pizza base.
- 8
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and scatter them over the tomato sauce.
- 9
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the cheese and sauce.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the assembled pizza to the hot oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven. Top with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.