Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍞 250 g of flour | 🧂 1 tsp of salt |
| 💧 150 ml of warm water | 🌿 Fresh basil |
| 🧄 1 garlic clove | 🍅 400 g of crushed tomatoes |
| 🧀 150 g of mozzarella | 🌶️ 1 tbsp of olive oil |
Utensils
| 🍽️ Mixing bowl | 🍴 Spatula |
| 🧂 Tablespoon | 🍳 Baking tray |
| 🔪 Knife | 🔥 Oven |
| 🌡️ Kitchen thermometer | 🍕 Rolling pin |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 🥣 Bowls |
Preparation step by step
Total time: 30 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Rest time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 220°C for optimal pizza cooking.
STEP 2: Lightly grease a baking tray with olive oil to prevent the dough from sticking.
STEP 3: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and crumbled yeast, then incorporate the warm water.
STEP 4: Knead the dough until smooth, then let it rest for 10 minutes to rise.
STEP 5: Roll out the dough on the prepared tray, then spread it with seasoned tomato sauce with salt and pepper.
STEP 6: Place slices of mozzarella on the sauce and add fresh basil leaves.
STEP 7: Bake the pizza for about 5 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
The Margherita pizza is an iconic dish that combines simplicity and flavors. Thanks to its quick and accessible recipe, it allows you to prepare a delicious meal in no time. With basic ingredients like mozzarella, tomato sauce, and fresh basil, each bite evokes the traditions of Italian cuisine.
Preheating the oven to 220°C and preparing the pizza dough can become moments of creativity. Brushing the dough with tomato sauce and then adding toppings is a real child’s play. In no time at all, the pizza will be ready to delight palates. Invite your friends to share this culinary experience that is sure to brighten any dinner.
