Homemade Margherita Pizza

• 1 lb Pizza dough
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 8 oz Fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with pizza stone inside if you have one.
2. Mix crushed tomatoes with garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, and salt for sauce.
3. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to 12-inch circle.
4. Transfer dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet.
5. Spread tomato sauce evenly, leaving a 1-inch border.
6. Arrange mozzarella slices over sauce.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
8. Top with fresh basil and drizzle with remaining olive oil before serving.

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