by: Brooke Anderson, CPT
Pizza is my weakness. Although I indulge in pizza often (because well life is meant to be enjoyed), I also like making a healthier alternative at home!
This pizza can be made with either wheat flour for a crisp crust, or oat flour which can be gluten free, but will be a denser crust.
You will need:
DOUGH
2 1/4 cups of flour (wheat or oat)
1 packet of yeast
1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tsp of salt
TOPPINGS
1/2 cup tomato sauce of choice (I like Trader Joes brand)
2 cups of cheese (I used GoVeggie!)
topping of choice (I used vegetarian sausage, fresh tomato, spinach and basil)
Directions
Start by preheating your oven to 350. Dissolve the yeast in 1 cup of warm water. Let that sit for about 10 minutes, until it is creamy.
Mix the flour and salt and make a well in the middle.
Pour the honey and yeast in the well and mix the dough.
Cover the dough and set it aside for a few minutes to rise. Meanwhile, prepare your pizza stone, or pan with olive oil. I used a cast iron skillet.
When the dough is ready, press it down into your pan and bake without toppings for 5-8 minutes.
Add your toppings and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Pair it with a bright salad to round out the meal.
**Want to up the nutritional value? Experiment adding flax or wheat germ to the dough, substitute a 1/4 cup of flour for one of these additives.
