Recipe of the Day: Veggie and Ham Pizza

• 500 g self-raising flour
• 125 g butter (at room temperature)
• 1 tsp salt
• 200 g lukewarm milk
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 2 pinches of sugar

For the Topping:

• 2 tomatoes, peeled, deseeded, and finely chopped (or 3 tbsp tomato sauce)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• A pinch of salt
• 2 cups shredded yellow cheese mix
• 6 slices ham (or cooked turkey)

Instructions:

Making the Dough:

1. In a bowl, combine the butter, salt, milk, vinegar, and sugar. Mix well.
2. Gradually add the self-raising flour while stirring with a spoon or kneading by hand.
3. Knead until the dough is soft, elastic, and easy to work with.
4. Lightly oil a 34-36 cm (13-14 inch) shallow baking pan.
5. Spread the dough evenly with your fingers to cover the entire base of the pan.

Add the Toppings:

1. Mix the chopped tomatoes (or tomato sauce) with olive oil, oregano, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
2. Spread the cold tomato mixture evenly over the dough.
3. Layer the ham slices and sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
4. Optional: Add fresh mushrooms, bell peppers, or any other vegetable you like.
5. Preheat the oven to 230°C (446°F).
6. Place the pizza on the lowest rack of the oven.
7. Bake for about 30 minutes until the crust is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Enjoy!

Source: Argiro Barbarigou