Yummy, Good-For-You Pizza (Also My Family's Favorit

Name: Yummy, Good-For-You Pizza (Also My Family's Favorite!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast; ⅔ cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees); 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ¾ cup whole wheat flour; ¼ cup cornmeal; ½ teaspoon sea salt; 34-1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup packed spinach leaves; 1 cup packed fresh basil leaf; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; ¼ cup parmesan cheese; ⅓ cup olive oil; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 ounces turkey pepperoni or 2 ounces pepperoni; 1 -2 thinly sliced plum tomato (optional); 1 ½ cups reduced-fat mozzarella cheese or 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
⅔ cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup cornmeal
½ teaspoon sea salt
34-1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed spinach leaves
1 cup packed fresh basil leaf
3 garlic cloves, peeled
¼ cup parmesan cheese
⅓ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 ounces turkey pepperoni or 2 ounces pepperoni
1 -2 thinly sliced plum tomato (optional)
1 ½ cups reduced-fat mozzarella cheese or 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1
In a small bowl combing yeast and warm water.
2
Let stad for 5 minutes.
3
Stir in honey and the 1 tablespoon olive oil.
4
In a large bouwl combine whole wheat flour, cornmeal, and salt.
5
Stir in yeast mixture.
6
Stir in as much all-purpose flour as you can.
7
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
8
Knead in enough remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic (6-8 minutes total).
9
Shape dough into a ball, cover and let rise until nearly double (30-45 minutes).
10
Meanwhile, prepare spinach pesto.
11
In food processor bowl place spinach, basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, the 1/3 cup of olive oil, and lemon juice.
12
Cover and process until smooth.
13
Set aside.
14
Preheat oven to 425F
15
Punch down dough, let rest 10 minutes.
16
On a lightly floured surface roll dough to a 12-inch round or a 10-inch square.
17
Transfer to greased baking sheet.
18
Bake for 12 minutes or until browned.
19
Top with pesto sauce, pepperoni, tomatoes (if using), and cheese.
20
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until bubbly.

3709

kcal

Calories

Fat

698

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.

My Personal Notes

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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 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast, ⅔ cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees), 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Yummy, Good-For-You Pizza (Also My Family's Favorite!) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Yummy, Good-For-You Pizza (Also My Family's Favorite!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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