Broccoli and Cheddar Flatbread

Ingredients

• 1 prepared flatbread or pizza dough (about 12 inches)
• 2 cups small broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0 salt, to taste
• 0 black pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 475°F. Place a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven to heat.

2. 2

   Toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

3. 3

   Roll out the flatbread dough on a lightly floured surface to about 12 inches, then transfer to a piece of parchment paper.

4. 4

   Brush the dough with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining garlic.

5. 5

   Scatter the mozzarella evenly over the dough, then top with the seasoned broccoli florets.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the cheddar and parmesan evenly over the top, followed by the red pepper flakes.

7. 7

   Slide the flatbread, still on the parchment, onto the hot baking sheet or stone and bake until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling, 12 to 15 minutes.

   12:00 · Bake flatbread
8. 8

   For extra color, broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the broccoli tips and cheese edges are lightly charred, watching closely.

   1:00 · Broil for char
9. 9

   Let the flatbread rest for 3 minutes, then slice into wedges or squares and serve.

   3:00 · Rest before slicing