mozzarella and parsley flatbread.

Mozzarella and Parsley Flatbread

I have made flatbreads before. They are a staple of mine, mostly because they are so easy and you can be so creative with them. This one is SUPER basic. It's fresh mozzarella, parsley, and olive oil, with some extra seasonings. If you don't own a pizza stone, invest in one. It is one of the most fabulous things to have in a kitchen.

Mozzarella and Parsley Flatbread
1 portion of pizza dough (recipe below)
8oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
oregano, basil, garlic salt

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Sprinkle a large pizza stone with cornmeal. Spread dough out to fill the stone. Cover with mozzarella, parsley, and seasonings. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Remove from oven and let it stand for about 5 minutes before cutting it into serving squares. 

Pre-baked

Golden and bubbly.

Basic Pizza Dough
(Makes two portions)
1 cup hot water
1 package yeast
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups flour

Dissolve sugar and yeast into hot water. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Add flour and salt, and mix until combined. Turn out onto well-floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes. Return to a well-greased bowl, cover and let it rise for 45 minutes. Punch down the dough, and let it rise for 30 more minutes. Divide into two portions then use. (You can freeze the portion that you don't use for another day!)