Vida Recetas Editorial
The pizza Margherita is the emblem of Neapolitan cuisine and a classic that conquers palates worldwide. Its origin dates back to 1889, when pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito created a pizza in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy, using the colors of the Italian flag: red (tomato), white (mozzarella), and green (basil). This homemade recipe allows you to enjoy an authentic Margherita with a thin crispy crust, vibrant tomato sauce, melted fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil leaves. It is perfect for an informal dinner, a gathering with friends, or to surprise the family with a traditional Italian flavor.
The key lies in the quality of the ingredients and high-temperature baking, which achieves a golden base and slightly charred edges. Fresh mozzarella adds creaminess, while basil adds freshness. This version is easy to prepare and allows variations: you can add cherry tomatoes, a touch of oregano, or even a drizzle of honey for a sweet contrast.
Prep
30 min
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually around 500°F or 260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. This will make it easier to slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone later.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce.
Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and pepper.
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the hot pizza stone if you're using one) and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven, scatter fresh basil leaves over the top, and drizzle with a bit more olive oil if desired.
Slice and serve your delicious homemade Margherita pizza. Buon appetito!
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
