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Neapolitan Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella
A traditional Italian pizza with a simple yet flavorful combination of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil on a thin, chewy crust.
60 minutes4 servings
Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
- Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add yeast mixture to flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then let rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Spread tomato sauce on the crust, add mozzarella slices, and top with basil.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden.
- Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.
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