Classic Margherita Pizza
A simple, fresh Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
- 1 ball pizza dough about 250g
- 1/4 cup San Marzano tomato sauce
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella torn into pieces
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch sea salt
Preheat your oven as hot as it will go (ideally 500°F+) with a pizza stone or steel inside for at least 45 minutes.
Stretch the dough into a 10-12 inch round on a floured surface or peel.
Spread the tomato sauce thinly, leaving a border for the crust.
Dot the mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
Slide onto the hot stone and bake for 6-9 minutes, until the crust is blistered and golden.
Top with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt. Slice and serve immediately.