Margherita Pizza

Instructions

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1. 1 Preheat the oven to 500°F.
2. 2 In a food processor, place the tomatoes and their juices, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Process until smooth.
3. 3 Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal. Place the pizza dough on the baking sheet and stretch it into a large oval.
4. 4 Spread a heaping ½ cup of the tomato sauce* evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. 5 Top with the mozzarella and transfer to the hot oven. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is browned.
6. 6 Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil and pinches of red pepper flakes. Drizzle with olive oil and serve.