A simple and classic pizza with fresh mozzarella and basil, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
15 minutes
A simple and classic pizza with fresh mozzarella and basil, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Pizza Dough, stretched
each
tablespoons
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, drizzled
to taste
Fresh Mozzarella, torn into large pieces
0 oz
Basil, roughly torn
each
1. Preheat the Oven
Place a pizza stone or tiles on the middle rack of your oven and preheat to its highest setting for at least an hour.
2. Assemble the Pizza
Distribute the tomato sauce evenly over the stretched dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Drizzle olive oil lightly over the sauce. Arrange the mozzarella pieces on top, then garnish with torn basil leaves.
3. Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone using a pizza peel. Bake until the crust turns golden and the cheese bubbles, about 4 to 8 minutes.
Omit the tomato sauce and use a blend of ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Drizzle with garlic-infused olive oil and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes before baking.
Swap the basil for arugula and add a drizzle of balsamic glaze after baking for a peppery, sweet-and-sour note. Use pesto instead of tomato sauce for an herby, nutty flavor.
Add a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and olives on top of the mozzarella. Consider roasting or sautéing the vegetables beforehand to enhance their flavors.
Add cooked and crumbled Italian sausage, thinly sliced prosciutto, or grilled chicken strips before baking for a meaty twist. Vegetarian protein options include sliced tempeh or marinated tofu.
A light drizzle of truffle oil or a few thin slices of fresh truffle can transform your pizza into a gourmet experience.
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