Margherita Pizza Recipe

Name: Margherita Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups flour, sifted; 2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb firm, ripe tomatoes, quartered; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch-thick slices; 5.25 oz cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 tbsp shredded fresh basil, plus extra leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups flour, sifted
2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb firm, ripe tomatoes, quartered
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch-thick slices
5.25 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp shredded fresh basil, plus extra leaves, for garnish

1
To make the pizza dough, combine flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Add 1 cup water and 1/2 tbsp oil and mix until combined. Knead for 3-5 mins, until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a lightly oiled bowl, cover and set aside in a warm area to proof for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350u00b0F with a heavy baking tray or pizza stone inside. Process tomatoes, garlic and remaining oil until smooth. Strain.
3
De-gas dough and knead lightly. Divide into 3 equal pieces. Shape each into an 8x12 inch rectangle. Spread tomato sauce over bases, leaving a 1/3 inch border around edges. Top with mozzarella and cherry tomatoes. Scatter with shredded basil. Slide 1 pizza on preheated tray and bake for 10-12 mins, or until cheese is bubbling and edges are golden brown. Sprinkle with basil leaves. Repeat with remaining pizzas.

490

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups flour, sifted, 2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp salt, and more.

Yes, Margherita Pizza falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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