Margherita Pizza Recipe
Tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Pizza Dough
If you are using homemade dough, prepare it according to your favorite recipe and let it rise for at least 1 hour. If using store-bought, follow package instructions.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust.
- 3
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it onto a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Spread Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Add Mozzarella Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce.
- 6
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the top, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 8
Add Fresh Basil
Once the pizza is out of the oven, scatter fresh basil leaves on top while it is still hot.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes, then slice it into wedges and serve warm.