Description
A simple yet delightful Margherita pizza with fresh ingredients and homemade dough.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Combine flour and salt in a bowl, then add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface, then transfer to a baking sheet.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Arrange the mozzarella slices on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden.
- Top with fresh basil, and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Optional toppings can be added as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg