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Italy's Classic Margherita Pizza

Authentic Neapolitan Margherita pizza with a thin, crispy crust, fresh San Marzano tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

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  • 500 g "00" flour ​
  • 325 ml water ​
  • 2 g fresh yeast ​
  • 10 g salt ​
  • 300 g canned San Marzano tomatoes ​
  • 250 g mozzarella buffalo or fior di latte
  • ​ ​ Fresh basil leaves ​
  • ​ ​ Extra virgin olive oil ​

Method
 

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  2. Prepare the Dough: Mix flour, yeast, water, and salt. Knead until elastic. Let it rise 24 hours.
  3. Make the Sauce: Blend San Marzano tomatoes with a pinch of salt. Do not cook, keep it fresh.
  4. Shape the Base: Stretch dough by hand (never roll), keeping edges thicker.
  5. Assemble: Spread tomato sauce, add mozzarella, basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  6. Bake: Use a wood-fired oven if possible. Otherwise, a hot oven (250C/480F) with a pizza stone works well.