Classic Margherita Pizza

Name: Classic Margherita Pizza
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10.1 whole 1 cup all-purpose flour; 0.7 whole 1 teaspoon active dry yeast; 1.4 to taste 1/2 teaspoon salt; 7.1 cup 1 teaspoon sugar; 2.8 pt 1 tablespoon olive oil; 9.4 oz 1/2 cup warm water; 8.9 mg 1 cup crushed tomatoes; 4.8 ml 1 clove garlic, minced; 4.3 fl oz 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6.2 pt 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 10.1 half 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 6.9 quarter 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded; 10 oz Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

By Erin Williams

November 12, 2025

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This classic Margherita Pizza recipe features a simple homemade pizza dough topped with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves. This recipe is easy and quick and you can enjoy it in less than one hour. The pizza is prepared with all fresh ingredients and you can add your favorite toppings if you like. Pizza is an Italian dish that became famous all over the world and can be enjoyed with family and friends. This pizza is a vegetarian option for those who don't eat meat. You can also add more cheese if you like or add onions or mushrooms. This classic pizza will become one of your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour - 10.1 whole
1 teaspoon active dry yeast - 0.7 whole
1/2 teaspoon salt - 1.4 to taste
1 teaspoon sugar - 7.1 cup
1 tablespoon olive oil - 2.8 pt
1/2 cup warm water - 9.4 oz
1 cup crushed tomatoes - 8.9 mg
1 clove garlic, minced - 4.8 ml
1/2 teaspoon salt - 4.3 fl oz
1/2 teaspoon sugar - 6.2 pt

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Prepare the pizza dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, sugar and olive oil. Add warm water and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 2

Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 3

Prepare the tomato sauce: In a saucepan, combine crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, sugar, and oregano. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (246°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.

Step 5

Assemble the pizza: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. Transfer it to a pizza peel or baking sheet.

Step 6

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Bake the pizza: Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve immediately.

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