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Tomato and Mozzarella Pizza with Fresh Basil

A simple yet authentic Italian pizza with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

75 minutes4 servings
Tomato and Mozzarella Pizza with Fresh Basil
Photo: Dgusse · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add water and olive oil to form a dough. Knead for 10 minutes, then let it rise for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F). Roll out the dough into a circle and place on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  3. Spread tomato sauce over the dough, then add slices of fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.
  4. Top with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden.
  5. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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