Margherita Recipe

Time45m

Serves2

Garlic, red sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, EVOO

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
2
Cook the Sauce
In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F). If using store-bought pizza dough, follow the package instructions to prepare it.
5
Spread the Sauce
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread a generous layer of the prepared sauce over the crust.
6
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into smaller pieces and evenly distribute them over the sauce.
7
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
8
Add Fresh Basil and EVOO
Once the pizza is out of the oven, add fresh basil leaves on top and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
9
Slice and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.