Margherita Pizza (Printable Version)

An easy Italian dish with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, and a crunchy gold-brown crust.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - One ball of pizza dough

→ Sauce

02 - Crushed tomatoes 240 ml
03 - Salt as you like

→ Toppings

04 - Sliced fresh mozzarella 225 g
05 - Olive oil 30 ml
06 - Basil leaves fresh

# Detailed Preparation Steps:

01 - Get the oven hot at 245°C.
02 - Flatten the dough on a lightly floured counter until it’s how you want it.
03 - Put the dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
04 - Cover the dough evenly with crushed tomatoes.
05 - Scatter sliced mozzarella over the sauce in an even layer.
06 - Pour olive oil all over and add salt to your taste.
07 - Pop it in the hot oven for about 10 to 12 minutes until the crust turns golden and cheese bubbles.
08 - Take it out and sprinkle fresh basil on top.
09 - Slice the pizza and enjoy it warm.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - For crunchier crust, heat a pizza stone in the oven before baking.
02 - Better ingredients make the flavor pop, so pick fresh ones.

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