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 yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the 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.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions for two pizzas. Roll out one portion into a 12-inch round.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread half of the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough. Tear fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute evenly on top, followed by fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- 8
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the hot pizza stone) and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot. Repeat with the second portion of dough.