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Quick Margherita Pizza
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4Servings
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Nutrition facts
600 kcalCalories
22 gProtein
65 gCarbs
25 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

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Quick Margherita Pizza

70% authentic · Italian-American

A simplified Margherita pizza perfect for weeknights. Uses store-bought pizza dough and a simpler tomato sauce, but retains the classic flavors of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • store-bought pizza dough1 lb
  • pizza sauce1/2 cup
  • shredded mozzarella cheese2 cups
  • fresh basil leaves1/4 cup
  • olive oil1 tbsp
  • cornmeal or flourfor dusting

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or pizza pan, or dust with cornmeal/flour.

  2. 2

    Stretch or roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape on the prepared surface.

  3. 3

    Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border for the crust.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange fresh basil leaves on top.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with olive oil.

  6. 6

    Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  7. 7

    Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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