Grilling, Smoking and Barbecuing Recipes
Classic Grilled Pepperoni, Mushroom and Mozzarella Pizza
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cornmeal or all-purpose flour (for rolling dough)
- 1 (4 inch) ball prepared dough (at room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh or "fresh-cut" Italian-style canned tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 pound pepperoni, sliced thin
- 8 white mushrooms, sliced, sauteed if desired
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Lightly sprinkle work surface with cornmeal or the flour. Place dough directly in the middle of the work surface. Roll out gently into either a 12 inch rectangle or circle 1/4-inch thick. Brush both sides with olive oil and set aside until ready to grill.
- Gently place dough in center of the cooking grate, directly over the heat for 2 to 4 minutes, until the bottom of the crust is well marked and browned.
- Remove from grill and sprinkle the tomatoes, then pepperoni and mushrooms on the cooked side of crust. Top with mozzarella and dried oregano. If using a gas grill, switch to indirect heat.
- Return pizza to the center of the cooking grate and cook with the lid closed until bottom is browned, toppings are warm and cheese is bubbly, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from grill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice and serve immediately.