Pizza Margherita

Prepare the Dough In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and salt. Gradually add the warm water and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Let the Dough Rise Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.

Preheat the Oven Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C).

Shape the Pizza Dough Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin round shape.

Assemble the Pizza Transfer the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. Brush the surface with olive oil.

Add the Toppings Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese and tomatoes on top of the dough. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil.

Bake the Pizza Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish and Serve Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.