Oven-Baked Flatbread with Pesto, Merguez Sausage an

Name: Oven-Baked Flatbread with Pesto, Merguez Sausage and Manchego Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups warm water; 1/2 teaspoon dry yeast; 4 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 cups basil leaves; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/2 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 pound merguez sausage, grilled and thinly sliced; 16 ramps or 2 leeks, grilled and coarsely chopped; 1/2 pound manchego cheese, finely sliced; *6 plum tomatoes, oven roasted and coarsely chopped; Freshly ground black pepper; Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups warm water
1/2 teaspoon dry yeast
4 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups basil leaves
1 tablespoon pine nuts
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound merguez sausage, grilled and thinly sliced
16 ramps or 2 leeks, grilled and coarsely chopped
1/2 pound manchego cheese, finely sliced
*6 plum tomatoes, oven roasted and coarsely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper
Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated

1
Mix water and yeast and let stand 15 minutes.
2
Gradually pour in 2 cups of the flour mixture and to incorporate.
3
Mix for about 1 minute to form a sponge.
4
Let stand, covered for at least an hour.
5
Put sponge in the bowl of a standing electric mixer.
6
Using the dough hook, add the salt and oil, then flour 1/2 cup at a time to form a dough.
7
Remove from bowl and knead until smooth for approximately 7 minutes.
8
Place in a clean oiled bowl and let rise, slowly, about 2 1/2 hours.
9
Divide dough into 4 balls, let rise again for 1/2 hour and roll out into a freeform rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
10
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet, place the dough on the sheet and prick the surface with a fork.
11
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden brown.
12
Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.
13
Spread each flatbread with a few tablespoons of the pesto.
14
Top the pesto with the merguez, ramps, manchego and tomatoes.
15
Season with freshly ground black pepper.
16
Place the flat bread back in the oven and bake for 5 minutes to heat through.
17
Remove the flatbreads from the grill and sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano.
18
To oven roast tomatoes - slice plum tomatoes in half, lengthwise, brush with oil and season with salt and pepper.
19
Place in a 300 degree oven on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes

1072

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups warm water, 1/2 teaspoon dry yeast, 4 cups all purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Oven-Baked Flatbread with Pesto, Merguez Sausage and Manchego Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Oven-Baked Flatbread with Pesto, Merguez Sausage and Manchego Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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