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Prep Time: 50 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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I'm always changing recipes to suit my healthy lifestyle. This pizza is light but full of flavor thanks to fresh ingredients and a blend of seasonings.Julie Stoner, Peoria, Illinois Ingredients:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast |
1-2/3 cups warm water (110° to 115°) |
2 tablespoons sugar |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon lemon juice |
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 to 2-1/2 cups king arthur premium 100% whole wheat flour |
heart-y blood sauce: |
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce |
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste |
3/4 cup water |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
1 tablespoon finely shredded carrot |
1 tablespoon brown sugar |
1 tablespoon honey |
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil |
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
toppings: |
1 large green pepper, finely chopped |
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped |
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion |
1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple |
1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham |
1/2 cup grated romano cheese |
1/4 cup shredded italian cheese blend |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, oil, salt, lemon juice and all-purpose flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough whole wheat flour to form a soft dough.
2. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and rest for 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
4. Roll dough into a 15-in. circle. Transfer to an ungreased 14-in. pizza pan, building up edges slightly. Do not let rise. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Spread sauce over crust. Top with peppers, onion, pineapple, ham and cheeses. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Yield: 12 slices.
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