Homemade Margherita Pizza Recipe

 

 

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 ¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water
• 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup (250ml) tomato sauce
• 2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch of salt and pepper

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, then knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1–2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

2. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking tray in the oven to heat up.

3. Roll Out the Dough:

   • Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions.
   • Roll out each portion into a thin circle on a floured surface.

4. Assemble the Pizza:

   • Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough.
   • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
   • Add fresh basil leaves and drizzle olive oil over the pizza.
   • Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

5. Bake:
   Transfer the pizza to the hot pizza stone or baking tray. Bake for 8–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

6. Serve:
   Slice the pizza and serve hot. Enjoy your homemade Margherita pizza

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