Classic and simple, the Margherita pizza is a celebration of the flavors of Italy. With fresh mozzarella and basil, its a perfect way to kick off National Pizza Month.
Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Set your oven to 475F 245C before you start cooking
On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a circle
Use a pizza stone or baking sheet to put the dough on
Spread the tomato sauce out evenly on the dough, but leave a little space around the edges for the crust
Put the mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce
Add the minced garlic and salt and pepper to taste
Add olive oil on top
Put it in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden
Take it out of the oven and add fresh basil leaves on top
Cut it up and serve it hot
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