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Margherita Pizza

Savor Homemade Margherita Pizza with Fresh Flavors

Enjoy this delightful Margherita Pizza made with fresh ingredients and baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Dough
  • 1 batch Homemade pizza dough Premade crust can be used for convenience.
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Light olive oil or melted butter are alternatives.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Garlic powder can substitute if fresh isn't available.
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes Remove excess seeds to prevent sogginess.
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Mozzarella cheese Part-skim mozzarella can be used for lower fat.
  • 1/4 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Pecorino can be used for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh basil leaves Dried basil can be used if fresh isn't available.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Pizza Pan
  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Margherita Pizza
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and grease a large pizza pan with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, combine minced garlic and olive oil. Slice Roma tomatoes and toss them in this mixture for about 15 minutes.
  3. Roll out your homemade pizza dough on the greased pan, creating a slight lip for the crust. Coat with olive oil and garlic mixture.
  4. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese across the dough, then add Parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Arrange the marinated tomato slices evenly over the cheese.
  6. Bake the pizza for about 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Remove the pizza and scatter torn fresh basil leaves on top. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy with family and friends.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an irresistibly crispy crust, consider using a pizza stone. Feel free to experiment with additional toppings while maintaining the classic Margherita flavors.

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