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Classic Margherita Pizza

Name: Classic Margherita Pizza
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 1 store-bought ball Pizza dough; 0.5 cup Canned crushed tomatoes; 6 oz Fresh mozzarella cheese; 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 1 pinch Salt

A simple and timeless Italian pizza featuring fresh mozzarella, sweet tomato sauce, and aromatic fresh basil leaves on a crispy crust.

Prep 20 minCook 12 minTotal 32 min3 servingsmedium

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Ingredients

Pizza dough1 store-bought ball
Canned crushed tomatoes0.5 cup
Fresh mozzarella cheese6 oz
Fresh basil leaves8 leaves
Olive oil1 tbsp
Salt1 pinch

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat.
2
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
3
Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Season with a pinch of salt.
4
Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter them evenly over the tomato sauce.
5
Drizzle the pizza with olive oil.
6
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden-brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly charred.
7
Garnish with fresh basil leaves immediately after removing from the oven, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

380kcal

Calories

16g

Protein

48g

Carbs

13g

Fat

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