Margherita Pizza is a classic Italian dish known for its simplicity and delicious flavors. Here's how you can make it at home:
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- Tomato sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can go, typically around 475-500°F (245-260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. If using a pizza stone, transfer the rolled-out dough onto a piece of parchment paper.
3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
4. Arrange the sliced fresh mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
5. Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese.
6. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the pizza, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
7. If using a pizza stone, carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the hot stone in the oven. If not using a stone, place the pizza on a baking sheet.
8. Bake the pizza for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two. Slice, serve hot, and enjoy the delicious Margherita Pizza!
You can customize your Margherita Pizza by adding extra toppings like olives, cherry tomatoes, or prosciutto if you like. Buon appetito!