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italian·dinner · lunch

Homemade Margherita Pizza

A simple, classic pizza with tangy tomato sauce, melted cheese and fresh basil, made easy with a shop-bought base.

Time
25 min
Serves
2
Effort
lazy
Calories per serving
~700 kcal
vegetarianitalianbakedindulgentsavouryeasy
Homemade Margherita Pizza

Ingredients

For 2 servings

  • pizza base (shop-bought or homemade)1
  • passata3 tbsp
  • garlic clove, crushed1
  • dried oregano1/2 tsp
  • mozzarella, torn125 g
  • fresh basil leavesto serve
  • olive oil1 tbsp
  • saltto taste

Method

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  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to its highest setting (usually 240 to 250°C) and place a baking tray inside to heat up.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, mix the passata with the garlic, oregano and a pinch of salt.

  3. 3

    Spread the passata mixture evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edge for the crust.

  4. 4

    Scatter the torn mozzarella evenly over the top.

  5. 5

    Carefully slide the pizza onto the hot baking tray using a flat spatula or by sliding it off a plate.

  6. 6

    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned in places.

  7. 7

    Remove from the oven, drizzle with olive oil, and scatter with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

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