Classic Margherita Pizza

Ingredients

• •250g pizza dough
• •80g San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
• •125g fresh mozzarella, torn
• •Fresh basil leaves
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •Salt to taste

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to its highest setting (250°C+) with a baking stone or upturned tray inside for 45 minutes.

2. 2

   Stretch dough by hand on a floured surface into a thin round. No rolling pin — it presses out the air.

3. 3

   Spread crushed tomatoes lightly over the base leaving a 2cm border. Season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil.

4. 4

   Slide onto the hot stone and bake 6-8 minutes until crust is puffed and charred in spots.

5. 5

   Remove from oven, tear fresh mozzarella over the top, and scatter basil leaves.

6. 6

   Finish with a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.