Simple Tomato and Mozzarella Pizza with Herbs

Name: Simple Tomato and Mozzarella Pizza with Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12-inch store-bought pizza dough; 1/2 cup marinara sauce; 4 ounces, sliced mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup, torn fresh basil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

A classic pizza with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella, and herbs, baked to golden perfection in under 20 minutes.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

12-inch store-bought pizza dough
1/2 cup marinara sauce
4 ounces, sliced mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup, torn fresh basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
Step 2: Roll pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal or directly onto the preheated baking sheet.
Step 3: Spread marinara sauce evenly over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
Step 4: Arrange sliced mozzarella over sauce, then top with torn basil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.