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Classic Margherita Pizza
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 2 pizzas
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A simple and delicious homemade Margherita pizza with fresh basil and mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 package (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce over the base.
- Top with mozzarella slices and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to add toppings of your choice like olives or pepperoni.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
