Pizza & Pasta Free recipe

Margherita Pizza

If you have never made Margherita Pizza at home, this is the version to start with: a simple pizza of tomato, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Plan on roughly 90 minutes from start to finish, and it serves 4.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 70 min Total: 90 min

90Minutes

4Servings

4.9Rating

MediumLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Comes together in a single pan or pot, which keeps cleanup simple.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.
Built for contrast -- a crisp exterior with a tender, juicy interior.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

1 lb pizza dough
3/4 cup crushed tomatoes
8 oz fresh mozzarella
fresh basil
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

300Calories

26gFat

3gCarbs

14gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Heat the oven as hot as it goes (500 degrees F) with a stone or sheet inside for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Season the crushed tomatoes with the salt and 1 tbsp olive oil.
Step 3
Stretch the dough into a 12-inch round on parchment.
Step 4
Spread on a thin layer of the tomato sauce and dot with torn pieces of fresh mozzarella.
Step 5
Bake 10 to 12 minutes until the crust is puffed and spotty brown.
Step 6
Top with fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil, then slice and serve.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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