Margherita Pizza-tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Recipe
Make Margherita Pizza-tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Pizza 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 it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it along with the olive oil to the flour mixture.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the 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 it has doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while the dough is rising.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base.
- 8
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and distribute them evenly on top of the sauce.
- 9
Season and Bake
Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the pizza. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Add Basil
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a minute before slicing.