Pizza Margherita
is a created with fresh tomato sauce, basil leaves and shredded cheese. The simple ingredients allow the flavors to come through in every light, fresh bite. Make it for a gathering of friends or a family pizza night and keep everyone happy with the basics.
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour a 15-ounce can of crushed tomatoes into a blender. Add a teaspoon of diced garlic and a tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Blend the tomatoes and seasonings until smooth. Spread 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sauce onto a pizza crust.
2. Place basil leaves on top of the sauce, either chopped and sprinkled evenly, or whole and spread out around the pizza.
3. Top the pizza with 1/2 to 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and spread it evenly across the surface. Add slices of fresh tomato if desired for color and presentation.
4. Slide the pizza into the oven for 8-10 minutes. Remove when the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles.
Tags: basil leaves, fresh tomato, Pizza Margherita
