Pizza Margherita

Ingredients:

• 1 (12 inch) pre-made uncooked pizza crust
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• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 large fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 3 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 cups (8 oz.) mozzarella, shredded, or more to taste
• 6 large fresh basil leaves, julienned

Directions:

Combine olive oil, the 2 chopped basil leaves, tomatoes, garlic, and salt in bowl and set aside for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

Preheat oven according to package instructions.

Sprinkle the crust with half of the cheese, evenly top with tomato mixture and then top with remaining cheese.

Bake according to package instructions or until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.

Remove from oven; evenly sprinkle with the 6 julienned basil leaves, slice and serve.

By Deeli from Richland, WA