Pizza Worthy Margherita Pizza Recipe

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

• 1- 24 ounce jar of August Peak Red Pomodoro Sauce

• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn or thinly sliced

• Fresh basil leaves

• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

• Cornmeal, for stretching the dough

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Sprinkle cornmeal on a circular aluminum pizza pan to prevent sticking.

   • Lay the preformed 12-inch pizza dough on the pan, stretching it as needed to fit the pan evenly.

2. Add the Sauce:

   • Ladle the Red Pomodoro sauce onto the dough.

   • Spread the sauce evenly in a circular motion, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

3. Add the Toppings:

   • Evenly distribute the torn or thinly sliced fresh mozzarella over the sauce.

   • Reserve the fresh basil for later to maintain its flavor and freshness.

4. Bake the Pizza:

   • Place the pizza in the preheated oven.

   • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

   • Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the pizza.

   • Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil for added flavor.

   • Cut the pizza into 8 slices and serve immediately.

Enjoy your homemade Margherita pizza!