Marguerita Pizza

Before Christmas meal madness on the 24th and 25th, I like to do a pizza. Something classic. So last night, on the 23rd, I made a simple pizza using: crust, fresh mozzarella ball, homemade sauce and fresh basil....with the colors of Christmastime in mind.

For the sauce: Simmer 1 can San Marzano tomatoes with a handful of fresh basil leaves, 3 cloves smashed garlic- (to be removed before spreading the sauce), salt, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. When the liquid has reduced, add a shot of white wine and stir in some tomato paste. Let that reduce, then cool (total time: 20 minutes).

For the dough: I made home made, but you can use one ball of frozen/store bought.

1. Preheat oven to 425.

2. Roll out dough, and place on pizza stone (or sheet pan) drizzle olive oil.

3. Cook the crust for about 12 minutes, (sans toppings!) then remove from oven.

4. Add sauce, fresh mozzarella and basil. Then bake for another 10-15 minutes or so, until the cheese starts melting!

5. Remove from oven, place on a nice wood cutting board and serve right at the table!

This whole pizza was eaten last night! Merry Christmas!

Moolicious!