A simple and delicious homemade Margherita pizza with fresh basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes.
A simple and delicious homemade Margherita pizza with fresh basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 1piecePizza Dough
- 1cupPizza Sauce
- 1cupMozzarella Cheese
- 1/2cupParmesan Cheese
- 2pieceTomatoes
- as needed Fresh Basil Leaves
How to make Classic Margherita Pizza
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the dough rise for about an hour.
Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
Space the mozzarella rounds evenly over the sauce.
Lay the tomato slices evenly around the pizza, ensuring they do not overlap.
Sprinkle the grated parmesan over the entire pizza.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Top with fresh basil leaves.
Tips & Tricks
For a crispier crust, bake the pizza on a preheated pizza stone.
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