Maria's Signature Neapolitan Pizza
Welcome to Maria's Pizza, a family-owned pizzeria that takes pizza-making to new heights. Our signature dough, artisanal ingredients, and innovative toppings create a unique pizza experience. Enjoy a taste of Italy with our classic Neapolitan pizza, featuring fresh mozzarella, basil, and San Marzano tomato sauce, baked to perfection in a brick oven.
Equipment
- Brick oven
- Pizza stone
- Rolling Pin
- Dough scraper
Ingredients
Pizza Dough
- 500g flour (high-quality wheat)
- 300ml water
- 7g yeast
- 10g salt
- 10ml olive oil
Toppings
- 200g San Marzano tomatoes
- 150g fresh mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves
- 50ml olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, and salt. Slowly add water and olive oil, kneading until smooth.
- Let the dough rise for 2 hours.
Preheat the Brick Oven
- Preheat your brick oven to 500°F (260°C) with the pizza stone inside.
Prepare the Sauce and Toppings
- Crush San Marzano tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Slice fresh mozzarella.
Assemble the Pizza
- Roll out the dough, spread the tomato sauce, and evenly distribute mozzarella and fresh basil.
Bake the Pizza
- Slide the pizza onto the hot stone in the brick oven.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
Notes
For an extra crispy crust, allow the dough to rise overnight in the fridge. Serve with a side of arugula salad for a complete Italian experience.