Pizza Margherita

The classic Neapolitan pizza with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Simplicity at its best.

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1.5 dl crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 150 g fresh mozzarella (fior di latte or buffalo)
• Fresh basil leaves

Method

1. 1
   Preheat oven to its highest setting (preferably with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside).
2. 2
   Mix crushed tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. 3
   Roll or stretch the pizza dough into a thin base on parchment paper.
4. 4
   Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a border for the crust.
5. 5
   Tear the mozzarella into pieces and distribute over the pizza.
6. 6
   Bake in the oven for 8–12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
7. 7
   Top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.