Recipe Details

Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs
Servings:
16
Yield:
2 pizzas

Ingredients

  • 1cupwarm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)

  • 1(.25 ounce) packageactive dry yeast

  • 1pinchwhite sugar

  • 3 ⅓cupsall-purpose flour

  • 1tablespoonolive oil

  • 2teaspoonskosher salt

  • 2clovesgarlic, minced

  • 1tablespoonchopped fresh basil

  • ½cupolive oil

  • 1teaspoonminced garlic

  • ¼cuptomato sauce, divided

  • 1cupchopped tomatoes, divided

  • ¼cupsliced black olives, divided

  • ¼cuproasted red peppers, drained and chopped, divided

  • 2cupsshredded mozzarella cheese, divided

  • 4tablespoonschopped fresh basil, divided

Cooking Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Make dough: Pour warm water into a large bowl; dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 to 10 minutes.

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  3. Mix in flour, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt until dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

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  4. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth, about 8 minutes.

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  5. Place dough in a well-oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth.

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  6. Set aside to rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down; knead in garlic and basil. Set aside to rise for 1 more hour, or until doubled again.

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  7. Meanwhile, make garlic oil: Combine 1/2 cup olive oil with minced garlic in a microwave-safe cup or bowl. Heat for 30 seconds in the microwave.

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  8. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat; brush the grate with garlic oil.

  9. Make pizzas: Punch down dough and divide in half. Form each half into an oblong shape 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick.

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  10. Carefully place one piece of dough on the hot grill. Dough will begin to puff almost immediately. When the bottom crust has lightly browned, turn dough over using two spatulas.

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  11. Working quickly, brush garlic oil over crust.

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  12. Top with 1/2 of each of the following: tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, olives, red peppers, cheese, and basil.

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  13. Close the lid and cook until cheese melts. Remove from grill and set aside to cool for a few minutes. Repeat with second piece of dough.

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Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe16
Calories212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
11g
14%
Saturated Fat
3g
15%
Cholesterol
11mg
4%
Sodium
399mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate
22g
8%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
1g
Protein
6g
12%
Vitamin C
3mg
3%
Calcium
82mg
6%
Iron
2mg
9%
Potassium
95mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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