Margherita Pizza with Two Cheeses

Pasta and Pizza | Italian cuisine

⏳ Time

2 hours

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

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Ingredients

Sugar - 1 tablespoon
Water - 8 fl oz
Dry yeast - 0.2 oz
Wheat Flour - 12.3 oz
Salt - 1 tablespoon
Olive Oil - 2 spoons
Garlic - 2 cloves
Baking Tomatoes - 14.1 oz
Basil - 2 spoons
Passata Tomato Sauce - 2 spoons
Parmesan Cheese - 1.2 oz
Melted Cheese - 3.5 oz
Ground Black Pepper - to taste

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Place the yeast and sugar in a bowl and mix with 4 tablespoons of warm water. Let it sit in a warm place for 15 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

Combine the flour with salt and make a well in the center. Add 1 tablespoon of oil, the yeast mixture, and the remaining water. Use a wooden spoon to knead the dough.

Step 3

Place the dough on a floured surface and knead for 4–5 minutes. Return the dough to the bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise for 30 minutes until it doubles in size.

Step 4

Knead the dough for another 2 minutes, stretch it with your hands, then place it on a baking sheet, using your fingers to stretch the edges for a more even shape. The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of no more than 6 mm, as it will rise further during baking.

Step 5

To make the filling, place the chopped tomatoes, crushed garlic, basil, a tablespoon of olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste into a large skillet. Simmer for 20 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Add the tomato paste and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Spread the filling over the base, sprinkle with chopped mozzarella and grated Parmesan, and bake in a preheated oven at 392°F for 20–25 minutes. Serve hot.