Pizza alla Marinara

Pizza alla Marinara is a classic Italian pizza topped with a flavorful tomato sauce, garlic, and fresh oregano, embodying the simplicity and quality of Italian cuisine. This kosher version excludes any dairy, allowing the rich flavors of the toppings to shine through.

Ingredients

• 500g pizza dough
• 200g canned San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to the highest setting (typically around 250°C or 482°F) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to create the pizza sauce.
3. On a floured surface, divide the pizza dough into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a 25cm (10-inch) round pizza base, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker for a crust.
4. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper or a pizza peel dusted with flour.
5. Spread a generous amount of the tomato sauce over each pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Drizzle the pizzas with extra virgin olive oil for added flavor.
7. Carefully slide the pizzas onto the preheated pizza stone or directly onto the oven rack.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
9. Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a minute before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
10. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from the tomatoes, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Garlic has immune-boosting properties and may improve heart health.

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