Neapolitan Margherita Pizza

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to the highest temperature, ideally around 250°C (482°F), and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.

2. 2

   Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, typically around 30 cm (12 inches) in diameter.

3. 3

   Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

4. 4

   Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce.

5. 5

   Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pizza.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the salt evenly over the pizza.

7. 7

   Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake in the oven for about 7-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

9. 9

   Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top.

10. 10

    Allow the pizza to cool for a minute or two before slicing and serving.