Classic Margherita Pizza Perfection

Difficulty: Intermediate
A Timeless Blend of Fresh Ingredients on a Crispy Crust
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Classic Margherita Pizza Perfection

Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 475  °F
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Savor the simplicity of Italian cuisine with this authentic Margherita Pizza. A golden, crispy crust topped with tangy tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves, all finished with a drizzle of olive oil. It's a pizza that delivers bold flavor in every bite while staying true to its classic roots.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
  2. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Assemble Pizza: Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Arrange the mozzarella slices on top.
  4. Bake Pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  5. Add Toppings: Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve: Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your classic Margherita pizza!
Keywords: Classic, Italian, Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato sauce, Crispy crust, Fresh ingredients, Authentic, Olive oil, Vegetarian