Pizza Margherita (slice / Medium / Large) Recipe
Olive Oil, Chopped Garlic, Fresh Tomato, Crushed Basil, Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheeses (NO TOMATO SAUCE)
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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 active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 5
Prepare Toppings
While the dough is rising, prepare the toppings. Slice the fresh tomatoes and set aside.
- 6
Mix Oil and Garlic
In a small bowl, mix olive oil with chopped garlic to create a garlic oil mixture.
Assembling & Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking the pizza.
- 8
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch it out into your desired pizza shape (medium or large).
- 9
Spread Garlic Oil
Transfer the shaped dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Brush the surface with the garlic oil mixture.
- 10
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute the sliced tomatoes over the dough, followed by the crushed basil. Top with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.