Ricotta Cheese and Basil Flatbread

Directions

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   Preheat oven to 400F Spray a 10 x 15-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
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   Combine garlic and olive oil, set aside.
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   2.
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   Shape dough into a 9 x 13-inch rectangle.
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   Place on prepared baking pan.
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   Place the tray in the center of the oven and bake 12-15 minutes, or until light brown and cooked through.
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   Remove from the oven.
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   Brush with garlic oil, let stand 10 minutes.
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    3.
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    Spread the ricotta on the cooked dough and top with the Parmesan cheese and the pecans.
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    Use a pair of scissors to cut the basil leaves into pieces and sprinkle them over the flatbread.
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    Serve immediately.
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    Note: To make Basic Pizza Dough: Combine 1 1/8 teaspoons active dry yeast with 3/4 cup warm (about 110F) water in a large bowl.
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    Let sit 10 minutes to proof the yeast.
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    Stir in 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoons ground black pepper and 1 tablespoons honey.
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    Mix until a dough forms then turn onto a floured surface.
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    Knead 5 minutes or until smooth.
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    Lightly coat inside of mixing bowl with olive oil and return dough to bowl.
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    Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free place for 30 to 45 minutes or until dough has doubled in size.
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    Punch down dough and proceed as indicated in step 2 of the recipe.