Homemade Pizza Margherita Recipe

Generously flour the workspace area to prevent sticking.

Add flour to the top of the dough as well.

Press the dough with fingertips, working from the inside out in a circular motion to create a base circle.

Flip the dough over and repeat the process to ensure even thickness.

Use a wine bottle to roll out the dough, rolling back and forth and spinning it around.

Add more flour to the bottom of the cutting board to prevent sticking.

Stretch the dough by hand to balance out thicker and thinner parts, massaging it gently.

Sprinkle the pizza tray with semolina flour to help the dough slide off easily.

Add pizza sauce starting from the middle and working outwards in a circular motion, adding more sauce for a moister pizza if desired.

Add mozzarella cheese around the outside in a circular ring, adjusting the amount based on personal preference.

Season the pizza with salt and fresh cracked black pepper.

Add fresh basil on top, ensuring each bite has some, as it adds flavor and symbolizes the Italian flag.

Preheat the oven to 475°F and place the pizza on a pizza stone.

Bake the pizza for about 8 minutes, checking for doneness as oven times may vary.

Remove the pizza from the oven and check for a nice crust.

Cut the pizza into quarters and serve.

Equipment Needed

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Dietary