Turn pizza night into something special with this quick and delicious Margherita Pizza recipe that starts with a fully baked crust for ultimate weeknight ease—no dough prep required. Simply warm the crust, spread a layer of Prego® Margherita Sauce, top with thin slices of fresh mozzarella and a crack of black pepper. Bake until the cheese is melted and finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil. The end result: a simple, yet irresistible pie that’s ready in minutes and bursting with bright tomato, savory Mozzarella and aromatic basil flavor.
Step 1
Heat the oven to 450°F. Bake the pizza crust, directly on the oven rack, for 5 minutes. Remove the crust from the oven and place on a baking sheet.
Step 2
Spread sauce on the hot crust. Top with sliced cheese and cracked pepper.
Step 3
Bake pizza for 10 to 12 minutes or until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and top with basil leaves. Let stand 3 to 4 minutes before slicing and serving.
