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Shaved Asparagus Pizza

Shaved Asparagus Pizza
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yields
1 serving

Pizza is a year round winner, but this version has major spring flair. Shaving the asparagus gives it a light feel and is visually stunning. 

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ingredients

1
large bulb of garlic
2
tsp canola oil, divided
2
cups thich stock asparagus (approx. 1 bunch)
¼
tsp iodized salt
¼
- ½ tsp fresh ground black pepper
¾
cup light Canadian ricotta cheese
½
cup grated Canadian Parmesan cheese
3
Tbsp finely chopped basil
3
Tbsp finely chopped chives
½
tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
¾
cup whole wheat flour, divided
¾
cup all-purpose flour, divided
¼
cup natural wheat bran
2
Tbsp ground flaxseed
1 ¼
oz envelope Fleischmann’s pizza yeast (or quick rise yeast)
1 ½
tsp granulated sugar
¾
tsp iodized salt
cup very warm water
2
Tbsp canola oil
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directions

Notes

Who knew you could BBQ a pizza?1. Preheat barbecue on high. Divide dough into four equal balls. Place 4 pieces of parchment paper on your counter. Roll or press dough in to 4 circles. Lightly brush both sides with 1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola oil.2. Place pizza dough on the grill and peel off parchment paper. Close lid, reduce heat to medium-high for 1 minute. Rotate pizza 1/4 turn and continue to grill for 1 minute.3. Remove from grill and flip the grilled side up. Spread ricotta mixture over uncooked crust leaving a 1/2-inch (1 cm) border. Top evenly with shaved asparagus.4. Turn off one side of the grill and place pizzas on that side. Close lid and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until the asparagus has wilted. Serve.

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Remove outer layers of loose skin from garlic bulb. Cut 1/2 inch (1 cm) off the top of the bulb (the pointed end), exposing the inside of the individual cloves. Place cut side up on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with 1 tsp (5 mL) oil and wrap bulb tightly in foil. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes in an oven-safe dish. When cool enough to handle, turn bulb upside down and squeeze out the softened brown cloves. Start the pizza once the garlic has cooled.

Step 3

To make the toppings, start by holding the asparagus stalks by their thick woody ends and use a vegetable peeler to shave each spear into thin ribbons. Transfer shavings into a large bowl and toss with oil, salt and pepper. Set aside.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine ricotta, parmesan, roasted garlic, basil, chives and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.

Step 5

To make the dough, mix together 1/4 cup (60 mL) whole wheat flour and 1/4 cup (60 mL) all-purpose flour in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the rest of the whole wheat and all-purpose flours, wheat bran, flaxseed, pizza yeast, sugar and salt. Add water and oil and mix until well blended. Add the reserved flour as needed to make a smooth dough.

Step 7

Turn dough and any loose pieces out on to a well-floured surface.

Step 8

Knead until dough is smooth and elastic, approximately 3 minutes.

Step 9

Press or roll dough out to fill a pizza pan. Set aside.

Step 10

Spread ricotta mixture over uncooked crust leaving a 1/2-inch (1 cm) border. Top evenly with shaved asparagus.

Step 11

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust is brown and asparagus begins to char. Cool for 2 to 3 minutes before slicing. Serve.

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