- In a bowl, combine all ingredients for the flavoured oil. Set aside.
PÂTE À PIZZA
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Dissolve the yeast and sugar in a bowl of 250mL (1 cup) warm water. Let sit for 15 minutes, until the yeast foams.
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Add 1.25L (5 cups) of flour into a large bowl and make a well in the centre.
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Pour the yeast mixture, the rest of the water, the oil and the salt into the well, then mix.
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Transfer onto your workspace and knead vigorously for 12 minutes, adding flour as needed.
Tip: Never add all the flour at once. Always keep a little to add as you knead, but only if the dough sticks to your fingers and palms. The dough must remain supple, elastic and soft under your fingers.
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Place the ball of dough in a clean, oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let sit for around 90 minutes, or until the dough has doubled in size.
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Fold the dough onto itself and knead for two minutes.
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Place the ball of dough in a clean, oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap again.
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Let the dough rise for around 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
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Preheat the oven to 190 C (375 F).
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Shape the dough as desired. You can opt for an oval or square pizza, or even a focaccia. Transfer onto a baking sheet and let rise for 15 minutes.
PIZZA
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Preheat grill to high. Oil the grate.
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Lightly brush vegetables with the seasoned oil. Place on grill and cook for about 5 to 8 minutes until desired doneness. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
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Reduce grill temperature to medium. Oil the grate again
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Brush flatbread with the seasoned oil. Place on grill and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until bottom of crust is lightly toasted. Turn bread over and brush with pesto.
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Top the flatbread with vegetables and cheese. Close lid and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Remove from grill. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese shavings and basil. Season with pepper to taste.
Cette recette est une gracieuseté de : Saputo