Neapolitan Pizza
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Authentic Italian pizza with a thin crust, fresh ingredients, and traditional flavors.
Prep time
15 min
Cook time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
400 kcal
Neapolitan Pizza is a classic Italian dish that originated in Naples. It is known for its thin, chewy crust, fresh ingredients, and traditional flavors. The pizza is typically baked in a wood-fired oven at high temperatures, which results in a crisp yet tender crust. The toppings are simple and minimal, highlighting the quality of the ingredients. Neapolitan Pizza is a true culinary delight that captures the essence of Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Servings
- 1 ball Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup San Marzano tomatoes (crushed)
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- Basil leaves (a handful, torn)
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible, preferably with a pizza stone inside.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a thin round shape.
3. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the crushed San Marzano tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a border for the crust.
5. Arrange the sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the tomatoes.
6. Drizzle the pizza with extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
7. Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
9. Garnish the pizza with torn basil leaves before serving.
10. Slice and enjoy the deliciousness of Neapolitan Pizza, savoring the flavors and textures of this authentic Italian masterpiece.
About the author
Jamie Oliver
Healthy cooking
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