Grilled Pizzas
From Peace Meals
1½ cups warm water
2 .25-ounce envelopes active dry yeast, or 2 scant tablespoons
1 Tablespoon sugar
3 Tablespoons olive oil
3½ cups all-purpose flour, divided, plus extra
½ cup whole wheat flour
1 Tablespoon coarse salt
Cornmeal
Optional toppings:
Margherita Pizza:
Garlic-infused olive oil
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
2-3 fresh Roma tomatoes, sliced
½ cup fresh basil chiffonade
Pear, Arugula and Truffle Oil:
2 cups fresh arugula
Garlic-infused olive oil
3 ounces goat cheese, softened
½ pear, cored and sliced
Truffle oil
Rustic Chicken Pesto Pizza:
½ cup prepared basil pesto
1 cup cooked shredded chicken
½ cup roasted red bell peppers
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Lightly oil a large bowl and set aside. Combine the water, yeast, sugar and olive oil in a large bowl; carefully whisk to combine. Let stand for several minutes until the yeast dissolves. Add both types of flour and the salt, and mix well. This can be done with a stand mixer or by hand. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes, sprinkling with additional flour as needed. When the dough is ready, place in the oiled bowl and turn to coat; cover with a towel or plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place. Let rise until about double in size, about 30 minutes. Punch down and divide the dough into 4 to 6 equal parts, roll into balls and place on a baking sheet. Cover with a warm, damp towel, return to a warm place and allow the dough to rest for at least 15 minutes. On a lightly floured surface, roll and stretch each ball into an 8- to 10-inch circle and place on a baking sheet covered with cornmeal. Lightly oil the grill and heat to medium-high. Place the dough on the grill and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly puffed. Flip and cook until the crust is crisp, about 5 minutes more. Top with desired toppings (see below), return to grill and cook just until warmed. Makes 4 to 6 individual pizzas
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