Classic Tomato Pizza

Experience the timeless simplicity of a *Classic Tomato Pizza*, a must-try recipe that celebrates fresh, wholesome ingredients and straightforward techniques. This crowd-pleasing pizza features a thin, golden crust topped with a vibrant homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and olive oil for a burst of Mediterranean flavor. Creamy, fresh mozzarella melts beautifully over the sauce, creating a gooey, savory topping, while fragrant basil leaves added after baking provide the perfect finishing touch. Made in just 35 minutes, this easy homemade pizza is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve the *Classic Tomato Pizza* hot out of the oven for a slice of cheesy, tangy perfection that rivals any pizzeria.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ball pizza dough
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or an upside-down baking sheet inside.

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Transfer the rolled dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the crushed tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to meld the flavors, then remove it from the heat.

Step 6

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the prepared dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border for the crust.

Step 7

Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the tomato sauce.

Step 8

Gently slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

Top with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(692.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1433.2

Total Fat 80.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 178.2mg	0%
Sodium 3577.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 68.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1282.0mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1215.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 30.5%