About Pizza Margherita
Pizza Margherita is a classic Italian pizza that consists of a thin, crispy crust topped with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil. It was named after Queen Margherita of Savoy, who visited Naples in 1889 and was served a pizza with the colors of the Italian flag: red tomatoes, white cheese, and green basil.
Today, Pizza Margherita is a beloved dish around the world, known for its simple yet delicious combination of flavors.
Ingredients:
1 lb. pizza dough
1/2 cup tomato sauce
8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3. Place the dough on a lightly greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.
5. Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and Drizzle the olive oil over the top.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
9. Slice the pizza and serve hot.
Tips for pizza Margherita
•For the best flavor, use high-quality, fresh ingredients. This includes fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and good-quality mozzarella cheese.
•When making the pizza dough, be sure to let it rise for the full amount of time specified in the recipe. This will help create a light and airy crust.
•To prevent the pizza from sticking to the baking sheet or pizza stone, sprinkle some cornmeal or flour on the surface before placing the dough on top.
•When adding the tomato sauce, use a light hand and spread it thinly and evenly across the dough. Too much sauce can make the pizza soggy.
•Be careful not to overload the pizza with toppings, as this can also lead to a soggy crust. A simple Pizza Margherita only needs tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 145mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 1.6g
