Prep Time
10 Mins
Total Time
25 Mins
Yield
Serves 4 (serving size: 2 slices)
Less assertive and more nuanced than red pepper flakes, Aleppo pepper makes a terrific pizza seasoning—a little spicy and a little fruity to complement the tangy sauce and rich cheese. Look for Aleppo pepper at spice stores, gourmet grocers, or Middle Eastern markets. A sprinkle of kalamata olives adds briny flavor and a touch of umami.
Ingredients
- 1 (28-oz.) can unsalted whole peeled tomatoes
- 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, divided
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon crushed Aleppo pepper, divided
- 1 tablespoon plain yellow cornmeal
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen thawed prepared whole-wheat pizza dough
- 4 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini)
- 1 ounce coarsely chopped pitted kalamata olives
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