2/3 cup warm water (105º to 115ºF) 

1 envelope (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 

2 cups whole wheat flour, preferably white whole wheat, divided 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

2 teaspoons olive oil, preferably extra virgin 

 

1 tablespoon olive oil, preferably extra virgin 

3/4 cup chopped onion 

2 teaspoons minced garlic 

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 

Pinch of salt 

1/2 cup shredded swiss or gruyere cheese 

 

To prepare the dough for the crust: Coat a large bowl with vegetable oil spray; set aside. In a glass measuring cup, mix the water and the yeast to dissolve. In the bowl of a food processor, combine 1 3/4 cups flour and the salt. Pulse to mix. Add the oil to the yeast water. With the machine running, add the yeast water through the feed tube. Process for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the mixture forms a moist ball. Transfer the dough to a work surface lightly floured with some of the remaining 1/4 cup flour. With your hands, knead for about 1 minute, or until the dough is smooth. Use scant amounts of any remaining flour only to prevent surface sticking. Some flour may not be needed. Place the dough in the prepared bowl. Coat lightly with vegetable oil spray. Cover with plastic wrap. Set aside to rise for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size. To make the pizza: Coat a 14″ round pizza pan with vegetable oil spray. Punch down the dough. Transfer to a lightly floured work surface. Let stand for 5 minutes. With floured hands or a rolling pin, pat or roll into a 14″ circle. Transfer to the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Set a skillet over high heat for 1 minute. Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan. Heat for 30 seconds. Add the onion, garlic, oregano, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until golden. Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared crust. Sprinkle on the cheese. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Cut into 8 slices.

 

Yield: 8 servings

Calories: 170

Fat: 5g

Fiber: 4g