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Classic Margherita Pizza with Tomato Sauce and Basil

A traditional Neapolitan pizza with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil

30 minutes4 servings
Classic Margherita Pizza with Tomato Sauce and Basil
Photo: Notabot · CC BY 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 250°C (475°F) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
  2. Stretch or roll out pizza dough into a round shape.
  3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough.
  4. Add slices of fresh mozzarella cheese.
  5. Top with fresh basil leaves.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

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