Pizza Margherita Recipe

Name: Pizza Margherita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 cups bread flour; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained; 20 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 8 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained
20 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
8 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugar, salt and 1 cup flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Punch dough down; divide in half. Roll each portion into a 13-in. circle. Transfer to two greased 14-in. pizza pans; build up edges slightly. Cover with a clean kitchen towel; let rest for 10 minutes.
4
Spoon tomatoes over dough. Top with basil, oregano, cheese, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil. Bake at 450u00b0 for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

1261

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Pizza Margherita 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.

Pizza Margherita

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