Margherita Pizza Recipe
Artisan crust, roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, Boursin, basil & olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Make the Pizza Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it bubbles. Add flour, salt, and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- 2
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 3
Shape the Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 4
Add Toppings
Spread the roasted tomatoes evenly over the dough. Tear the fresh mozzarella and Boursin cheese into pieces and distribute them over the tomatoes. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling. Remove from the oven.
- 6
Finish and Serve
Drizzle with olive oil, add more fresh basil if desired, slice, and serve hot.