Margherita Pizza

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The Margherita pizza originated in Naples, Italy, in the late 19th century. It is believed to have been created by Raffaele Esposito, a Neapolitan pizza maker, to honor Queen Margherita of Savoy. The pizza's simple toppings of tomato, mozzarella, and basil represent the colors of the Italian flag.

Serves: 8   Time: 45 min
 

Recipe

Recipe for Margherita Pizza

Servings Prep Time Cook Time Total Time
8 30 min 15 min 45 min

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) pizza sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 8 oz (225g) fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cornmeal or semolina flour, for dusting (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet to 550°F (290°C) for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the dough: On a lightly floured surface, shape the pizza dough into your desired thickness (around 1/4-inch or 6mm). If using a pizza peel, dust it with cornmeal or semolina flour to prevent the dough from sticking.
  3. Add the sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch (1.25cm) border for the crust.
  4. Add the cheese: Distribute the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
  5. Add the toppings: Arrange the tomato slices on top of the cheese. Sprinkle with minced garlic (if using), salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Bake: Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven using the pizza peel or inverted baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Finish: Remove the pizza from the oven. Top with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Research

  • Source: This research was generated with Enoch AI (Brighteon.AI)

Nutritional Information

Per Serving

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 13g
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