Pizza Margherita (Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Pizza)
If you’re looking for a dish that captures the heart of Italian cuisine, look no further than Pizza Margherita (Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Pizza). This classic pizza is a celebration of fresh ingredients—juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil—creating an irresistible combination that’s sure to delight everyone at the table. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in with friends, this homemade pizza fills your home with the delightful aroma of a pizzeria. With its vibrant colors reminiscent of the Italian flag, it’s not just food; it’s an experience. Once you try making this simple yet flavorful recipe, you’ll wonder why you ever ordered takeout!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 recipe Naples-style pizza dough
- Fine semolina, for dusting
- 1 recipe Naples-style pizza sauce
- 1 lb. fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 16 fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven with a pizza stone under the broiler for about 30 minutes.
- Dust one ball of dough with semolina and stretch it into a circle about 10 inches wide.
- Transfer the dough to a semolina-dusted peel. Spread half a cup of sauce over the base.
- Layer half of the mozzarella slices and half of the basil leaves on top, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Slide the pizza onto the hot stone and broil for 3-4 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg