Pizza Margherita

Origin: Italy

Pizza Margherita, a traditional dish from Italy
Photo of Pizza Margherita via Wikimedia Commons.

A classic dish featuring a simple topping of red sauce, white cheese, and green herbs. It is said to have been created to honor a visiting queen, representing the colors of the national flag.

Key ingredients

  • Pizza dough
  • Tomato sauce
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil
  • Olive oil

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