Margherita Pizza

Ingredients

Pizza dough

1 (homemade or store-bought)

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Fresh tomatoes

2-3 medium, sliced

Fresh mozzarella cheese

8 ounces, sliced

Fresh basil leaves

1/4 cup, torn

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, about 12 inches in diameter for a standard pizza.
3. Carefully transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
4. Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil, ensuring a generous but even coating.
5. Sprinkle the dough with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors.
6. Arrange the sliced tomatoes evenly over the dough, ensuring they are well-distributed.
7. Layer the fresh mozzarella slices atop the tomatoes, covering the surface generously.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the torn basil leaves on top for a burst of fresh flavor.
10. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.