Pizza Express Margherita
A classic Italian-style Margherita pizza with a fresh yeast dough, passata, mozzarella, oregano, basil, and black pepper.
- 45 min
- 590 kcal
- Vegetarian
- Italian
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Ingredients
For 2 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 230°C.
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Step 2:
Add the sugar to the warm water and crumble in the fresh yeast.
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Step 3:
Leave the mixture in a warm place for 10–15 minutes, until froth develops on the surface.
10–15 min -
Step 4:
Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl.
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Step 5:
Make a well in the middle of the flour mixture.
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Step 6:
Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the well.
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Step 7:
Lightly flour your hands.
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Step 8:
Slowly mix the ingredients together until they bind.
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Step 9:
Generously dust your work surface with flour.
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Step 10:
Throw down the dough.
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Step 11:
Knead for 10 minutes, until smooth, silky, and soft.
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Step 12:
Place the dough in a lightly oiled non-stick baking tray.
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Step 13:
Spread the passata over the dough, making sure to reach the edge.
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Step 14:
Evenly place the mozzarella on top.
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Step 15:
Season with the oregano and black pepper.
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Step 16:
Drizzle with a little olive oil.
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Step 17:
Cook in the oven for 10–12 minutes, until the cheese slightly colours.
10–12 min -
Step 18:
Place the basil leaves on top.
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Step 19:
Serve and enjoy.
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