Margherita Pizza

Pizza Dough In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt for the pizza dough.

Pizza Dough Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

Pizza Dough Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.

Pizza Dough Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Pizza Sauce Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

Pizza Sauce In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Pizza Sauce Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assembly Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a 12-inch (30cm) round pizza crust.

Assembly Transfer the pizza crusts to baking sheets. Spread the pizza sauce evenly on each crust.

Assembly Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Assembly Arrange the sliced tomatoes on top of the cheese.

Baking Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish Remove the pizzas from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Serving Slice and serve the Margherita Pizzas while hot.