VEGETARIAN PIZZA

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Perfect for two and gluten-free dieters, too, this from-scratch pizza created by our Test Kitchen has a tasty crust that holds up well when you add sauce, cheese and various veggies. Plus, it's easy to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/3 cup white rice flour
1/4 cup tapioca flour
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Cornmeal
3 tablespoons pizza sauce
2 tablespoons each chopped onion, green pepper and fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in milk. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add the flours, xanthan gum, oil, vinegar, sugar and seasonings. Mix until a ball forms (dough will be soft)., Sprinkle cornmeal over a 7-1/2-in. pizza pan coated with cooking spray. Press dough onto prepared pan, building up edges slightly. Do not let rise. Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. , Spread pizza sauce over crust. Top with onion, green pepper, mushrooms and cheese. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 458mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.