CHRISTIAN PETRONI'S MARGHERITA PIZZA
Possibly the ultimate pizza recipe, the combination of tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil proves that simplicity is beautiful. Martha and Christian Petroni made this recipe on Martha Bakes episode 503.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Yield Makes one 12-inch pizza
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to the highest temperature possible with a pizza stone on the upper rack, for 1 hour.
- Stretch pizza dough with your fingers, working in a circular motion, with your fingers positioned between the center of the dough and the edge, forming a rough disk that will gradually become thiner as you proceed. Then toss dough between the palms of your hands, allowing gravity to stretch it, and the center becomes thinner. Use your fists to move the dough in a circular motion to further stretch it, until it is about 12 inches in diameter, with the edge being slightly thicker. Place dough on a pizza peel lightly sprinkled with semolina to ensure it won't stick.
- Using a small ladle, evenly spread tomato sauce over the surface of the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Distribute mozzarella uniformly over sauce; garnish with basil leaves. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano, and drizzle with one tablespoon olive oil.
- When transferring pizza to the heated pizza stone in the oven, use one continuous, but quick, jerking motion. Once in the oven, turn the oven off, and turn broiler to high, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. Serve drizzled with remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
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Momma Byrd
[email protected]This pizza is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use any toppings I want.
Misbah Faraz
[email protected]I've made this pizza several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a party or potluck.
Nancy Esposito
[email protected]This pizza is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's a simple recipe, but it always turns out delicious.
Mazouz Fs
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh basil. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the pizza.
Rasaq Abiola
[email protected]This pizza is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I always have some leftover cheese and tomatoes in my fridge, so this is a great way to use them up.
Saddam shah realsaddamkarachi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Margherita pizza, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! It was amazing.
Veronica Gonzalez
[email protected]This pizza is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use any toppings I want.
Farida Sayed
[email protected]I've made this pizza several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your repertoire.
Mohammed Alhajri
[email protected]This pizza is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They can help you make the dough, top the pizza, and even bake it.
Malisa Sanpho
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this pizza. It's a great way to showcase the fresh flavors of the ingredients.
Sajib mollah
[email protected]This pizza is a great way to use up leftover pizza dough. I always have a few balls of dough in my freezer, so this is a great way to use them up.
Sadiq Ishaq
[email protected]I've made this pizza for my friends and family several times and they all love it. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.
samreena baloch
[email protected]This pizza is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also great for parties and potlucks.
Laiba Shekh
[email protected]I love that this recipe doesn't require any special ingredients. I was able to make it with things I already had on hand.
Rokun Mia
[email protected]This pizza is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I was able to make it in under 30 minutes.
Sultan computer
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of Margherita pizza, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple flavors is perfect.
Mrssathi Akter
[email protected]This is the best Margherita pizza I've ever had. The crust is light and airy, the sauce is tangy and sweet, and the cheese is melted to perfection.
Chagah Musah
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh mozzarella cheese. It makes the pizza so much more flavorful.
kaniya Akther
[email protected]I've made this pizza a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.
Shaat Weyne
[email protected]This pizza was absolutely delicious! The crust was perfectly crispy and the toppings were fresh and flavorful.