Margherita Pizza
Ingredients
- • 500 g bread flour
- • 325 ml warm water
- • 7 g active dry yeast
- • 5 g sugar
- • 10 g salt
- • 30 ml olive oil
- • 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
- • 2 cloves garlic
- • 5 ml dried oregano
- • 450 g fresh mozzarella
- • 20 g fresh basil leaves
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
While dough rises, make the sauce by crushing garlic and mixing with crushed tomatoes, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 6
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually 250°C/480°F). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat.
- 7
Punch down the dough and divide into 2 equal portions for 2 large pizzas or 4 portions for personal pizzas.
- 8
On a floured surface, stretch each portion into a thin circle, leaving the edges slightly thicker for the crust.
- 9
Transfer to parchment paper or a pizza peel dusted with flour. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce, leaving a 1-inch border.
- 10
Tear mozzarella into chunks and distribute evenly over the sauce.
- 11
Slide pizza onto the hot stone or place baking sheet in oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly with brown spots.
- 12
Remove from oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"Nothing beats the satisfaction of making pizza from scratch! This classic Margherita celebrates simplicity at its finest - with a perfectly crispy crust, bright tomato sauce, and creamy mozzarella, you'll feel like you've brought a piece of Italy to your kitchen."
