Classic Margherita Pizza Made Easy for the Perfect Family Night
Learn how to make a delicious Classic Margherita Pizza that everyone in the family will love. This recipe simplifies the process and guarantees an enjoyable family night.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth, then place in a greased bowl to rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Once risen, roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Spread crushed tomatoes over the dough, sprinkle with salt, and layer with mozzarella and basil.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone and preheat it in the oven.
- Feel free to add different toppings to customize your pizza.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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