ItalianVegetarian45 min

Classic Margherita Pizza

A simple and delicious traditional Italian pizza with fresh mozzarella, basil, and tomato sauce.

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Classic Margherita Pizza

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven.

    500g Pizza dough

  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.

    500g Pizza dough

  3. Crush the San Marzano tomatoes and spread evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

    500g Pizza dough200g San Marzano tomatoes

  4. Tear the mozzarella into pieces and distribute over the sauce.

    250g Fresh mozzarella

  5. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

    2 tbsp Olive oil1 tsp Salt

  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

  7. Remove from oven, top with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.

    250g Fresh mozzarella1 bunch Fresh basil