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Margherita Pizza
Classic Italian pizza with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, and fragrant basil on a thin crust.
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Type
VegetarianIngredients
- All-purpose flour2 cups
- Active dry yeast1 tsp
- Fresh mozzarella200g
- Tomato sauce1/2 cup
- Fresh basil8-10 leaves
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Sugar1 tsp
Nutrition
Calories380
Protein15g
Carbs42g
Fat16g
Instructions
- 1
Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Mix with flour, salt, and olive oil to form dough. Knead and rest for 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F). Roll out dough into a thin circle on a floured surface.
- 3
Spread tomato sauce evenly, leaving a small border. Add torn mozzarella pieces.
- 4
Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- 5
Top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Slice and serve immediately.