Margherita Pizza Perfection An Italian Classic at Home

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (105-115°F / 40-46°C)
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) active dry yeast
• 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon (6 g) salt
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, plus more for greasing
• 1 (28 ounce / 794g) can San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn
• 1/4 cup (a handful) fresh basil leaves
• Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes