French Style Extra Crispy Thin Crust Ratatouille Pizza

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F) with a pizza stone or baking tray inside for at least 30 minutes to ensure maximum crispiness.

2. 2

   In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil (optional) and sauté the diced eggplant, zucchini, red bell pepper, and sliced onion for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. 3

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thin pizza dough to your desired shape, aiming for a very thin crust (about 2-3 mm thick).

4. 4

   Transfer the rolled dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.

5. 5

   Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

6. 6

   Evenly distribute the sautéed vegetables over the sauce.

7. 7

   Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese generously over the vegetables.

8. 8

   Slide the pizza (with parchment) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking tray.

9. 9

   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and extra crispy, and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.

10. 10

    Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes. Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top before slicing and serving.

11. 11

    Enjoy your French Style Extra Crispy Thin Crust Ratatouille Pizza!