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Margherita Pizza - Fresh Garlic, Basil and Roma Tomatoes - PoorMansGourmet

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Margherita Pizza

Cultural Context

Margherita Pizza is a classic Italian dish that originated in Naples. It is named after Queen Margherita of Savoy and is known for its simple yet flavorful combination of fresh ingredients. The colors of the pizza represent the Italian flag: red (tomato), white (mozzarella), and green (basil). This dish is a staple in Italian cuisine and is enjoyed worldwide, often served in pizzerias and homes alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
2 cloves garlic
olive oil
salt
roma tomatoes
pizza dough
provolone cheese
fresh mozzarella cheese
fresh basil leaves

fresh mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories, while shredded mozzarella is often more affordable.

1

Chop 2 cloves of garlic real fine.

2

In a bowl, combine olive oil, chopped garlic, and a little bit of salt, then stir well.

3

Taste the mixture to ensure it's not too salty.

4

Cut roma tomatoes into thick slices and marinate them in the olive oil, garlic, and salt mixture for 10 to 20 minutes.

5

Use fresh basil only, do not use dried basil.

6

Press off excess liquid from the marinated tomatoes.

7

Drizzle the marinated garlic oil over the pizza dough to create the sauce.

8

Smooth the garlic oil mixture over the dough with the back of a spoon.

9

Layer provolone cheese evenly on top of the sauce.

10

Add fresh mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the provolone.

11

Spread fresh basil leaves evenly over the cheese.

12

Distribute the marinated tomatoes over the pizza like pepperoni.

13

Drizzle any remaining olive oil garlic mixture over the top of the pizza.

14

Top with a little more mozzarella cheese for melting.

15

Place the pizza on the bottom rack of the oven preheated to 550°F.

16

Bake for about 6 minutes until the pizza is sizzling and the bottom is crispy.

17

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly on a cutting board before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

baking

Equipment Needed

ovencutting boardbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pizza Margherita
Local Name: Pizza Margherita

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