Classic Margherita Pizza
The Classic Margherita Pizza is a classic Italian dish that celebrates simplicity and high-quality ingredients. The toppings are uncomplicated yet incredibly flavorful, consisting of San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and aromatic basil leaves. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of sea salt elevate the flavors, making each bite a culinary experience.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 pizza dough ball (about 250g) homemade or store-bought
For the Toppings:
- 1/2 cup San Marzano tomato sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
- handful of fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to its highest setting, ideally 250°C (480°F). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating. If you don't have a pizza stone, place a baking sheet to the oven to preheat.
- Prepare the Pizza Base: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza peel.
- Add the Toppings: Evenly spread the San Marzano tomato sauce over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges. Distribute the sliced mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Scatter the fresh basil leaves on top. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt.
- Bake the Pizza: Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for about 5-7 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it sit for a minute before slicing. Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Margherita Pizza!
- Dobar tek!
Notes
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