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Wood-Fired Margherita with Fresh Basil and Mozzarella

A traditional Neapolitan pizza with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil

120 minutes4 servings
Wood-Fired Margherita with Fresh Basil and Mozzarella
Photo: Dale Cruse from San Francisco, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix 500g 00 flour, 3g salt, and 10g yeast
  2. Gradually add 300ml water while mixing until a dough forms
  3. Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic
  4. Let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm place
  5. Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F) with a pizza stone or steel
  6. Roll out the dough into a 30cm circle
  7. Spread 200g tomato sauce over the dough
  8. Add 250g fresh mozzarella slices
  9. Top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and bubbly

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