Margherita Recipe
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Basil, Olive Oil, Tomato Sauce
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Ingredients
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Margherita Pizza Ingredients
Method
Instructions for Margherita Pizza
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 2
Add the Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 3
Add the Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- 4
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the top, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or a pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top it with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a minute before slicing.
- 7
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve hot with extra olive oil drizzled on top if desired.