Classic Margherita Pizza

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Classic Margherita Pizza

Simple, perfect pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil.

Total

45 min

Servings

4

Level

Medium

Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 500 g Pizza dough
  • 400 g San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
  • 250 g Fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 1 bunch Fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 500°F (or as high as it goes) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.

Stretch dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface.

Spread crushed tomatoes leaving a 1-inch border. Season with salt.

Top with mozzarella slices. Drizzle with olive oil.

Slide onto hot stone and bake 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.

11 min

Top with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving

480

Calories

18g

Protein

55g

Carbs

20g

Fat

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