Classic Margherita Pizza Recipe

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Enjoy the authentic taste of Italy with this Margherita pizza recipe featuring thin crust, two types of cheese, fresh tomatoes, and a fragrant basil sauce. Perfect for any pizza night!

Preparation Time

Total: 30 minutes
Active: 10 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

Bread flour: 10.6 oz (300 g)
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Instant yeast: 1 teaspoon
Olive oil: 2–3 tablespoons
Warm water: 6.8 fl oz (200 ml)
Garlic: 1 clove
Dried basil: 1 teaspoon
Tomato sauce: 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
Mozzarella cheese: 5.3 oz (150 g)
Parmesan cheese: 1.8–2.5 oz (50–70 g)
Tomatoes: 2

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and warm water, then knead to form a soft dough.
- Cover the dough with a cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients.
Make the Sauce:
- Mince the garlic using a garlic press.
- Mix the minced garlic with the dried basil and tomato sauce in a bowl.
Prepare the Toppings:
- Slice the mozzarella cheese into thin pieces.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese finely.
- Cut the tomatoes into thin rounds.
Shape the Pizza:
- Once the dough has risen, gently knead it again and divide it into two equal parts.
- On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough into a thin circle, about 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a lightly floured baking sheet.
Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread half of the tomato sauce over the prepared dough.
- Evenly distribute half of the mozzarella and tomato slices on top.
- Drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Repeat the process for the second pizza.
Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 464°F (240°C).
- Bake the pizzas simultaneously or one at a time for approximately 8–10 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.