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Traditional Neapolitan Pizza with San Marzano Tomatoes

A classic Neapolitan pizza with a wood-fired crust, fresh mozzarella, and San Marzano tomatoes.

60 minutes4 servings
Traditional Neapolitan Pizza with San Marzano Tomatoes
Photo: Dale Cruse from San Francisco, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix 500g 00 flour with 3g salt and 1g yeast. Gradually add 300ml water, kneading until smooth. Let rest for 1 hour.
  2. Divide dough into 4 portions. Shape into rounds, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 250°C (500°F) with a pizza stone or steel. Spread tomato sauce on each dough round.
  4. Top with torn mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

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