Homemade Margherita Pizza Recipe
In this recipe, we will show you how to make a classic Margherita pizza with sliced tomatoes that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a crispy crust and tangy tomato sauce, this pizza is perfect for any occasion.
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Equipment
- Pizza Stone (Optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pizza Dough
- 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
- 2 cups Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Sliced or Shredded
- 3 Tomatoes Medium-Sized, Sliced
- 12 Fresh Basil Leaves Chopped
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle or rectangle, depending on your preference.
- Place the pizza dough on a piece of parchment paper and spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Arrange the tomato slices evenly on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle the sliced or shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomatoes, and then add the chopped basil on top.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-15 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.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25of pizzaCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 782mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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