Farmer's Market Pizza Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Eggplant

   Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.

2. 2

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

3. 3

   Make the Sauce

   Chop the tomatoes and mince the garlic. In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

4. 4

   Cook the Eggplant

   In a skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the eggplant slices and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.

5. 5

   Assemble the Pizza

   Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, then layer with cooked eggplant slices and mozzarella cheese.

6. 6

   Bake the Pizza

   Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

7. 7

   Add Fresh Basil

   Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil. Slice and serve hot.