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Margherita Pizza

Classic Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.

A beginner-friendly pizza project with clear dough handling, simple toppings, and high-heat baking.

Prep

25 min

Cook

15 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Medium

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1

Heat the oven

Set a pizza stone or tray in the oven and heat to the highest setting available.

Optional timer: 30 min

2

Shape the dough

Stretch the dough gently into a round, keeping the rim slightly thicker.

Optional timer: 4 min

3

Top the pizza

Spread the tomatoes lightly, then add mozzarella and a small drizzle of olive oil.

Optional timer: 3 min

4

Bake and finish

Bake until blistered, then scatter basil leaves over the top before slicing.

Optional timer: 10 min

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