Description
Classic Margherita Pizza is a beloved Italian classic that celebrates fresh ingredients and simple preparation. With its golden crust, rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this pizza is a true culinary delight. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, it’s a dish that brings warmth and joy to any table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced or crushed
- Fresh basil leaves (to taste)
- Sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast; let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt; mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches wide.
- Spread crushed tomatoes over the dough and sprinkle with salt.
- Distribute mozzarella evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from oven, add fresh basil leaves, drizzle with olive oil, slice, and serve.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg