🌎 The World Cookbook

Olive oil for brushing
Cornmeal optional
1 pound fresh pizza dough store-bought or homemade
½ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
1 cup 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup thinly sliced zucchini ⅛-inch thick about 22 slices
¼ teaspoon Italian seasonings
kosher salt as needed for seasoning
black pepper as needed for seasoning
Red pepper flakes for garnish, optional
Shaved Parmesan cheese for garnish

If using store-bought pizza dough, allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Set the oven rack to the lower position. Preheat to 500ºF (260ºC). Lightly brush a large baking sheet with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal on the pan if desired. On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle. Transfer dough to the baking sheet. Use fingers to press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about ½-inch tall and wide. Brush some olive oil on the edges of the dough to make the crust crispier when baked. Spread the sauce on top, followed by the cheese, and zucchini. Sprinkle the Italian seasonings on top, and some salt and pepper. Bake the pizza on the lowest oven rack until the crust is golden brown, and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 to 12 minutes. Sprinkle some red pepper flakes (if using) and Parmesan cheese on top. Slice and serve pizza immediately when still hot.