Margherita Pizza Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups of warm water
• 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons of salt
• 1 packet of dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 cup of tomato sauce
• 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the water, yeast, and olive oil. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
2. Add the flour and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes.
4. Place it in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
6. Roll out the dough and place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
7. Spread tomato sauce over the dough, then add mozzarella slices and basil leaves.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from oven, let cool, slice, and serve. Enjoy!

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