Easy Pumpkin Gouda Pizza

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm water (110°F)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 1 ½ cups Gouda cheese, shredded
• 2 tbsp Fresh sage leaves, chopped
• ½ tsp Nutmeg
• to taste Black pepper
• ¼ cup Pine nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center, then add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
5. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
6. Spread the pumpkin puree evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded gouda cheese on top.
7. Add chopped sage leaves, nutmeg, and black pepper over the cheese and pumpkin.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. If desired, garnish with toasted pine nuts for added texture and flavor.
10. Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your Easy Pumpkin Gouda Pizza!

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