Pizza Margherita – Delight

Ingredients:

• 1lb pizza dough
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 500°F. Place a pizza stone on the middle rack of the oven.
2. Dust your work surface with flour. Roll out the pizza dough into a thin, 12-inch circle.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread the sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
4. Arrange the sliced mozzarella over the sauce.
5. Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the cheese and season with salt and pepper.
6. Using a pizza peel, carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven using the pizza peel. Allow it to cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

Verdict:

This Pizza Margherita Delight recipe is a classic and simple pizza that’s perfect for any pizza lover. Topped with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, herbs, and olive oil, this pizza is full of flavor and texture. It’s a great choice for any occasion and can be paired with a salad or enjoyed on its own.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair with a simple green salad or Caesar salad for a complete meal.
• Serve as an appetizer with a variety of other pizza toppings.
• Enjoy with a glass of red wine, such as Chianti or Sangiovese.