Preparation time
20 minutes
Ready in
15 minutes
Makes
6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 Ontario Greenhouse Sweet Peppers (2 red, 1 yellow, 1 orange)
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
- 1-1/2 lbs (750 g) prepared pizza dough
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) cornmeal
- 3 cups (750 mL) shredded Italian cheese mixture (e.g. mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, Fontina, Asiago)
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh Ontario Thyme, Oregano or Tarragon (or 2 tsp/10 mL dried)
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced Ontario Chèvre, Feta, Cream or Brie cheese (optional)
Instructions
Seed and cut sweet peppers into narrow strips. In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook peppers, garlic, salt and pepper, stirring constantly, until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
Cut dough into 6 equal portions. On lightly floured board, roll or pat each piece into 6-inch (15 cm) circle. Sprinkle cornmeal on 2 large baking sheets. Place 3 circles of dough on each sheet; evenly sprinkle with shredded cheese. Arrange peppers on top; sprinkle each with 1 tsp (5 mL) fresh herbs. Garnish with diced cheese if desired. Bake, one pan at a time, on bottom rack, in 450°F (230°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until bottom is crisp and cheese is melted.
Barbecue directions:
Omit cornmeal and lightly grease baking sheets. Place one pan at a time on grill over medium-high heat; close lid and cook for about 12 minutes or until bottom is crisp and cheese melted.
Quick Tip:
Substitute 6 baked pizza crusts for dough and omit cornmeal.
Variation: grilled pizzas
Prepare dough as directed and place on cornmeal-lined pans; keep cold until ready to grill. Gently lift crusts onto lightly oiled grill, cornmeal side down. Grill for about 3 minutes rotating occasionally, or until bottom is golden and top puffy. Turn crust grilled side up; prick twice with fork. Top with cheeses and peppers as directed. Cover and grill 4 to 5 minutes or until crust is browned and cheese is melted.
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 21.0 grams
- Fat: 18.0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 51.0 grams
- Calories: 450