Margherita Pizza
Classic Italian pizza with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil.
20 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
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Instructions
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, typically about 1/4 inch thick.
Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Arrange the mozzarella slices evenly over the sauce.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Chef's Tips
- Dough Tip: Let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling for easier handling.
- Cheese Tip: Use fresh mozzarella for the best flavor and texture.
- Sauce Tip: Simmer the tomato sauce with garlic and basil for extra flavor.
- Crispy Crust: For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 3 minutes before adding toppings.
- Variation: Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
