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Classic Margherita Delight
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Classic Margherita Delight

A classic Italian-inspired pizza that combines the simplicity of a traditional Neapolitan-style pizza with the elegance of a flavorful Margherita. This delightful dish features a crispy crust topped with a rich and tangy tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fragrant fresh basil leaves, all perfectly balanced to bring out the authentic taste of Italy. With a delicate blend of flavors and textures, this pizza is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Time Cook
15
Level
Beginner
Calories
320
Allergens
Gluten, Dairy, Tomato

Ingredients

1 cup
Pizza dough
150 Calories
1/2 cup
Tomato sauce
50 Calories
8 oz oz
Mozzarella cheese
200 Calories
1/4 cup
Fresh basil leaves
10 Calories
2 tbsp tbsp
Olive oil
100 Calories
to taste
Salt
0 Calories
1 tsp tsp
Sugar
15 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a baking stone or baking sheet inside. If you don't have a pizza stone, you can use a regular baking sheet.
2
Roll out the pizza dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (6 mm). Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel if you have one.
3
Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch (1 cm) border around the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
4
Top the pizza with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of salt. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sugar.
5
Slide the parchment paper or pizza peel onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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