PIZZA WITH WHEAT CRUST

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If you're looking for a change from traditional pizza crust, try this whole wheat version from Kathryn Maxson of Mountlake Terrace, Washington. Covered with your choice of pizza toppings, the homemade crust is thick, tender and tasty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 pizzas (8 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Pizza toppings of your choice, optional

Steps:

In a bread machine pan, place the first 10 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Divide dough in half; press each portion into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Spread with pizza sauce and sprinkle with cheese. Add toppings if desired. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until the crust and cheese are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges