Margherita Pizza Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, organic DiNapoli tomato sauce, basil
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to its highest setting, usually around 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 2
Add the Sauce
Spread the organic DiNapoli tomato sauce evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- 3
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
- 5
Add Fresh Basil
Once the pizza is out of the oven, scatter fresh basil leaves on top while it is still hot. Allow the pizza to cool for a minute before slicing.
- 6
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve immediately, enjoying the fresh flavors of the mozzarella, sauce, and basil.
