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How to Make a Delicious Pizza Margherita - A Classic Italian Dish

Updated: Mar 6, 2023


A delicious slice of Pizza Margherita with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh basil on top.
Fresh ingredients make all the difference in this authentic Pizza Margherita recipe.

Pizza Margherita is a classic Italian dish that has become a beloved favorite worldwide. It's a simple yet delicious pizza that's made with fresh ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. With a crispy crust and a rich tomato sauce, it's the perfect meal to enjoy with family and friends. In this recipe, we will show you how to make an authentic Pizza Margherita that will impress everyone at the table.


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Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of pizza dough

  • 1/2 cup of San Marzano tomato sauce

  • 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

  • 8-10 fresh basil leaves

  • 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories: 228

  • Fat: 12g

  • Carbohydrates: 22g

  • Protein: 9g

  • Sodium: 460mg

Allergy Information:

  • This recipe contains dairy and gluten. Please avoid if you have dairy or gluten allergies.

Time of Preparing:

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 10-15 minutes

  • Total Time: 20-25 minutes

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).

  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.

  3. Place the dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.

  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

  5. Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce.

  6. Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the fresh basil leaves on top.

  9. Slice the pizza and serve hot.

  10. Buon appetito!

A close-up of the crispy crust and rich tomato sauce of a homemade Pizza Margherita.
Enjoying a homemade Pizza Margherita with family and friends

Now that you know how to make a delicious Pizza Margherita, it's time to invite your loved ones over and impress them with your culinary skills. Remember to use fresh and high-quality ingredients to achieve the best results. For more Italian-inspired recipes and culinary adventures, come back to Kitchen Pal. Happy cooking!


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