- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 550 kcal
Quick summary
“The Pizza Margherita is an Italian delight that is worth making due to the authentic flavor and simplicity of the ingredients.”
What you need to know
['- Pizza dough as a base', '- Tomato sauce as a topping', '- Melted mozzarella cheese', '- Fresh basil and olive oil for a final touch', '- Oven at 250°C to brown']
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of pizza dough
- 300g of tomato sauce
- 250g of grated mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Preheat the oven to 250°C.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface with the help of a rolling pin.
- Place the dough in the pizza pan.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Distribute the grated mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add the basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil on top.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, cut into slices, and serve hot.
Chef's tips
['- Use fresh pizza dough for better flavor', '- Spread the tomato sauce evenly for consistent coverage', '- Let the cheese melt naturally in the oven, without shaking the pizza']
Variations
['- Add chopped onion at the beginning of preparation', '- Use garlic powder instead of raw garlic leaves', '- Place dried oregano in the tomato sauce mixture']
Substitutions
['- Homemade tomato sauce instead of store-bought sauce', '- Provolone cheese instead of mozzarella', '- Dried basil instead of fresh leaves']
How to store
Margherita pizza must be consumed immediately after preparation. Leftovers can be stored in a container covered with aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze the finished pizza. However, the dough can be frozen before being prepared. Place the dough in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, store in the freezer for up to 1 month. To use, thaw in the refrigerator and follow the normal preparation.
What to serve with
Serves well with a fresh green salad or a tomato vinaigrette.
Frequently asked questions
What to do if you don't have fresh basil?
If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but reduce the amount to avoid an excessively strong flavor.
Can pizza be prepared in the microwave?
It is not recommended to prepare the pizza in the microwave, as the cheese may not melt correctly and there may be an imbalance in heating.
Can I use frozen pizza dough?
Yes, you can use frozen pizza dough, but you may need to adjust the preparation time. Check the package instructions.
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