Make Homemade Margherita Pizza

Recipe Name: Homemade Margherita Pizza

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste

Step by Step Guide:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired pizza size and thickness.
7. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
8. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
10. Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
13. Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool slightly, then slice and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious homemade Margherita pizza!