Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2.5 cup

All-purpose Flour

sifted

1 tbsp

Dry Instant Yeast

2 tbsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Warm Water

1.5 cup

Cheddar Cheese

Grated

1.5 cup

Red Onion

Chopped Into Rings, Quartered, And Separated

2 unit

Fresh Corn

kernels cut from cob

8 unit

Bacon

Chopped Into 1/2 Pieces

1 tbsp

Cornmeal

For Sprinkling

23 cup

Barbecue Sauce

Step 1
~2 min

If you're using a pizza stone, place it on a center rack in a cold oven.

Step 2
~2 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 3
~2 min

Sift together flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 4
~2 min

Add water and mix with a fork until a dough is formed.

Step 5
~2 min

You may have to abandon the fork and switch to using your hands before a dough is fully formed.

Step 6
~2 min

Dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 7
~2 min

Knead lightly on a floured surface for about five minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Form dough into a ball and cover with a damp cloth while you prepare the rest of your pizza ingredients.

Step 9
~2 min

Grate cheese, chop onions, and cut the corn kernels from the cob.

Step 10
~2 min

Set aside cheese, onions, and corn kernels.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until fat has rendered and it gets a bit crispy, then set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.

Step 12
~2 min

Leave about one tablespoon of grease in the pan (discard the rest of the grease).

Step 13
~2 min

Return pan to the heat and add corn kernels.

Step 14
~2 min

Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until corn is lightly toasted.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove corn from pan and set aside.

Step 16
~2 min

Cut dough in half and, working with one half at a time, roll the dough out on a floured surface until dough is about 1/4 thick.

Step 17
~2 min

Each half of the dough should yield a rectangular flatbread about 12x8.

Step 18
~2 min

Sprinkle cornmeal on a cutting board without any grooves and gently lay the flatbread on the board.

Step 19
~2 min

Spread half of the barbecue sauce onto the crust, leaving an edge of about 1/2 all the way around.

Step 20
~2 min

Sprinkle on half of the bacon, onion, corn, and cheddar.

Step 21
~2 min

Open the oven and pull out the rack with the pizza stone on it.

Step 22
~2 min

Carefully slide the pizza from the cutting board to the stone using a flat spatula.

Step 23
~2 min

Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is browned around the edges.

Step 24
~2 min

While first pizza is baking, roll out the remaining dough for the second pizza and repeat the topping process.

Step 25
~2 min

When its done remove pizza from the oven to a cutting board and slice into 8-10 pieces, depending on your preference.

Step 26
~2 min

Bake the second pizza for 10-15 minutes as well.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a drizzle of hot sauce after baking.

Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Cut into wedges and serve as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Popular American comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Summer BBQ

Occasion Tags

Casual Gathering
Game Night

Popularity Score

70/100

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