Margherita Recipe
Fresh mozzarella, sauce, fresh basil, & olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Pizza Preparation
- 1
Prepare Pizza Dough
If using homemade dough, prepare it according to your favorite recipe or use store-bought dough. Let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes before stretching.
- 2
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting, usually around 250°C (482°F), and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 3
Stretch the Dough
On a floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a round shape, about 10-12 inches in diameter. Ensure the edges are slightly thicker for a crust.
- 4
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the stretched pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Add Mozzarella Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly on top of the tomato sauce.
- 6
Season with Salt
Sprinkle the salt evenly over the cheese and sauce to enhance the flavors.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 8
Add Fresh Basil and Olive Oil
Once the pizza is out of the oven, scatter fresh basil leaves on top and drizzle with olive oil.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a minute before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Margherita pizza!
