Classic Margherita Pizza

A classic Neapolitan-style pizza with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a simple tomato sauce.

Prep time: 20 mins · Cook time: 12 mins · Serves 2

Ingredients

• 1 lb (store-bought or homemade) Pizza dough
• 1/2 cup Crushed tomatoes (San Marzano)
• 8 oz Fresh mozzarella cheese
• Handful Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• To taste Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (or as hot as it will go) with a pizza stone inside if you have one.
2. Stretch the pizza dough out into a 12-inch circle on a piece of parchment paper or a floured peel.
3. Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
4. Tear the mozzarella into pieces and scatter over the sauce. Sprinkle with salt.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
6. Remove from oven, top with fresh basil leaves, and drizzle with a little olive oil.