Homemade Margherita Pizza

Ingredients (for 4 servings)

For the dough:

• 500g flour
• 300ml warm water
• 10g fine salt
• 3g fresh yeast (or 1g dry yeast)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pinch of sugar

For the topping:

• 400g peeled tomatoes (or homemade tomato sauce)
• 250g mozzarella
• Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

1. Preparing the dough

Start by dissolving the yeast in a little warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

In a large bowl, mix the flour with the salt, then add the yeast, water, and olive oil. Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rest under a damp cloth for 2 hours.

2. Preparing the tomato sauce

Blend the peeled tomatoes with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Let it rest to allow the flavors to blend.

3. Shaping the pizza

Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F). Roll out the dough into a thin disk on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the dough, leaving a small edge for a crispy crust.

4. Adding the toppings and baking

Tear the mozzarella into pieces and distribute it evenly over the pizza. Add a few fresh basil leaves for a final touch.

Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden and the mozzarella is melted.

Enjoy!

Once out of the oven, serve immediately with a drizzle of olive oil and, if desired, a sprinkle of grated parmesan. Enjoy this homemade pizza with its authentic and balanced flavors.