Garlicky tomato sauce is topped with fresh mozzarella and basil, all on an irresistibly chewy crust.
Crushed or pureéd San Marzano tomatoes Garlic Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and black pepper Dough Parmesan cheese Fresh mozzarella cheese Basil leaves Red chili flakes
Preheat your oven and a pizza pan to 500ºF for at least an hour. Dust a pizza peel with semolina or all-purpose flour.
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Combine the tomatoes, garlic, and oil, then season with salt and pepper. Slice the mozzarella into ¼-inch-thick rounds.
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Shape and prepare the dough. Place it on the prepared pizza peel. Brush the dough with olive oil and spread tomato sauce. Add cheese and basil on top.
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Bake for 6 to 7 minutes, or until the edges of the crust are crispy and golden.
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Odds are, you’ve had a Margherita pizza at some point in your life.
They have an authentic Italian-style thin crust, perfectly balanced tomato sauce, and stretchy mozzarella.