Delicious Margherita Pizza Recipe

 Here's a recipe for a classic margherita pizza with ingredients:



Ingredients:


- 2 cups of warm water

- 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast

- 3 tablespoons of olive oil

- 1 teaspoon of salt

- 4 cups of all-purpose flour

- 1 cup of San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand

- 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

- 8-10 fresh basil leaves

- 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil

- 2 cloves of garlic, minced (optional)



Instructions:


1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until yeast is activated.

2. Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, kneading the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.

5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) with a baking stone or baking sheet inside.

6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a circle or rectangle, about 12 inches in diameter.

7. Transfer the dough to the preheated baking stone or baking sheet.

8. Spread the crushed tomatoes over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

9. Top with sliced mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.

10. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic (if using).

11. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

12. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.



Calories Chart:

Here is an estimated calorie chart for the margherita pizza recipe I provided earlier, based on 8 slices:

Per Slice (assuming 8 slices total):


- Calories: 250-270

- Protein: 12-15g

- Fat: 12-14g

- Saturated Fat: 3.5-4g

- Carbohydrates: 25-28g

- Fiber: 2-3g

- Sugar: 5-6g

- Sodium: 350-400mg



Breakdown:


- Crust: 120-140 calories, 2-3g protein, 2-3g fat, 20-22g carbohydrates

- Tomato sauce: 20-25 calories, 1-2g protein, 0-1g fat, 4-5g carbohydrates

- Mozzarella cheese: 70-80 calories, 6-7g protein, 5-6g fat, 1-2g carbohydrates

- Fresh basil: negligible calories, 0-1g protein, 0-1g fat, 0-1g carbohydrates


Total: 250-270 calories, 12-15g protein, 12-14g fat, 25-28g carbohydrates


Please note that this is an estimate, as exact calorie counts can vary depending on specific ingredient brands and measurements. Additionally, if you customize your pizza with additional toppings, the calorie count will change accordingly.


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