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9) Grilled pizza with mozzarella, basil, and prosciutto

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pizza dough room temperature
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced thin
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 oz prosciutto torn into strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Cornmeal or flour for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high (450–500°F). Oil grates lightly.
  2. Divide dough into two 8–10" rounds and dust with cornmeal. Brush tops with 1/2 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Place dough oil-side down on grill. Cook 2–3 minutes with lid closed until char marks form.
  4. Flip dough. Quickly spread sauce, add mozzarella, and sprinkle salt. Close lid and cook 3–4 minutes until cheese melts.
  5. Remove pizza, top with basil and prosciutto, drizzle remaining olive oil, slice, and serve.