Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella

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A classic Italian pizza featuring a thin, airy crust topped with vibrant San Marzano tomato sauce and creamy fresh mozzarella that melts beautifully. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 75 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 7 g active dry yeast in 200 ml warm water (about 38°C) with 1/2 tsp granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 300 g all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt. Make a well in the center, pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tbsp olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Step 3: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by blending 200 g San Marzano tomatoes with 1 minced garlic clove and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F) with a pizza stone or baking tray inside.
  6. Step 6: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 30 cm circle. Transfer to a parchment paper.
  7. Step 7: Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then tear 150 g fresh mozzarella into pieces and scatter on top.
  8. Step 8: Slide the pizza (on parchment) onto the heated stone or tray and bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is puffed and slightly charred and mozzarella is bubbling.
  9. Step 9: Remove from oven, scatter 10 fresh basil leaves on top, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, slice, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (75 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Neapolitan-Style Pizza with San Marzano Tomato Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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