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Classic Margherita Pizza

Classic Margherita Pizza

A traditional Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil on a crispy, chewy crust. Simple ingredients, extraordinary flavor.

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EasyPrep: 15 minCook: 15 minTotal: 30 minServes 4
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Ingredients (7 items)

4 servings

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  • 1 lb pizza dough — room temperature
  • 1 can San Marzano tomatoes — 14 oz, crushed by hand
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella — sliced
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic — minced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes.

    ~30 min

    Tip: The hotter the oven, the better the crust.

  2. 2

    Stretch the dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round, keeping the edges slightly thicker for the crust.

  3. 3

    Crush the San Marzano tomatoes by hand and spread a thin layer over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

  4. 4

    Distribute torn mozzarella pieces evenly across the pizza.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt, and add minced garlic.

  6. 6

    Slide the pizza onto the hot stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

    ~12 min
  7. 7

    Remove from oven, top with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutritional quality

Balanced macros, moderate nutrient density.

70/100

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