Ricetta - pizza Parigina

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

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

san marzano tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned diced tomatoes

Canned diced tomatoes are easier to find and less expensive.

extra virgin olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides a similar flavor while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh basil

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil is a cost-effective alternative, though flavor differs.

Prepare pizza dough and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to its highest setting, ideally 475-500°F (245-260°C).

Prepare the sauce by crushing san marzano tomatoes in a bowl and adding salt to taste.

Shape the pizza dough into a round base on a floured surface, about 10-12 inches in diameter.

Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

Tear fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter evenly over the sauce.

Add fresh basil leaves on top of the mozzarella.

Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the pizza for flavor.

Transfer the pizza to a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.

Bake for 8-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before slicing.

Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired before serving.

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