Description
Classic Margherita Pizza
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Toppings:
1/2 cup tomato sauce
200g fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a small bowl, mix yeast with warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy
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In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and olive oil. Gradually add the yeast mixture and knead until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size
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2. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up
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3. Assemble the Pizza:
Roll out the dough into a thin circle and place it on parchment paper.
Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough
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Top with sliced mozzarella and fresh basil leaves
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4. Bake:
Transfer the pizza (with parchment paper) to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly
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5. Finish:
Drizzle with olive oil before serving and enjoy this fresh classic
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