Margherita with Fresh Mozzarella
Margherita with Fresh Mozzarella - A Classic Italian Delight
Margherita with Fresh Mozzarella is a classic Italian pizza that is loved by everyone. This delicious pizza is made with fresh mozzarella cheese, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves. The combination of these ingredients creates a mouth-watering taste that is hard to resist. In this recipe, we will guide you through the process of making this delicious pizza at home.
Ingredients:
For the pizza dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¾ cup warm water
For the pizza toppings:
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2-3 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add the olive oil and warm water to the bowl. Mix until the dough comes together.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rest for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
7. Place the rolled-out dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
8. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
9. Arrange the sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza.
12. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
13. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
14. Slice the pizza and serve hot.
Appearance and Taste:
Margherita with Fresh Mozzarella is a beautiful pizza with a golden brown crust, juicy tomatoes, and melted fresh mozzarella cheese. The aroma of the basil leaves adds a fragrant touch to the pizza. The taste is simply amazing, with the perfect balance of tangy tomato sauce, creamy cheese, and fresh basil leaves. This pizza is a true delight for your taste buds.
Type of Dish: Pizza
Main Ingredients: Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Tomatoes, Basil Leaves
