Fig, Gorgonzola and Prosciutto Pizza

Fig, Gorgonzola and Prosciutto Pizza (makes 2 small pies, serves 4)

2 tsp sugar
1.5 tsp active dry yeast
7.5 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
2.25 cups all-purpose flour
6 oz Gorgonzola cheese
10 slices prosciutto
1 bag arugula
10 figs
1 cup parmesan

Combine 3/4 cup warm water (105F), sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit 4-5 minutes. Mix in 1.4 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp salt. Stir in 2.25 cups flour and mix thoroughly. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic (4-6 minutes), adding more flour if too sticky. Roll into a ball and return to bowl after greasing it with 1 tbsp olive oil. Cover with a towel and let sit 2 hours or until double in size.

Preheat the oven to 500F. Sprinkle two baking sheets with flour.

Divide the dough into two pieces and stretch each into a large round. Let sit 15 minutes.

To assemble pizza begin by covering each round with 1/2 the arugula. Top with 1/2 each Gorgonzola, figs, and prosciutto. Salt and pepper to taste.

Bake in a 500F oven for 9-10 minutes or until the dough is beginning to brown and turn crusty.

Remove from the oven and sprinkle each pie with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.