Cooking Pizza on the Grill

Savor the fresh-baked crisp of homemade, hand-tossed crust hot off the grill. The dried thyme and Parmesan cheese, baked right into the crust, give the grilled pizza a rich and flavorful edge over store-bought varieties.

Recipe: Brick Oven Pizza Dough

Celebrate the flavors of the Mediterranean fresh from the grill in your backyard. Top Brick Oven Pizza Dough with chicken, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, olives, and crumbled feta for a winning feast.

Recipe: Greek Pizza with Chicken and Artichokes

Pile homemade flatbread with creamy cheeses, fresh veggies, and hearty toppings like barbecued duck, chicken-apple sausage, or pepperoni. Buy ready-made frozen dough to save time, or make your own to fill your kitchen with the sweet smell of rising dough.

Recipe: Barbecued Pizza

A smear of crème fraîche over the warm pizza dough takes the place of traditional tomato sauce and compliments the flavors of the toppings: sweet grilled onions, salty prosciutto and fresh, fragrant basil. The recipe makes two pizzas and serves four people but feel free to make one large or four individual pizzas using the same amount of ingredients.

Recipe: Grilled Pizza with Onions and Prosciutto

Enjoy an rich treat of melted chocolate chips, smooth apricot preserves, and freshly-sliced bananas layered on a homemade crust. Serve hot with a refreshing scoop of vanilla ice cream for a succulent twist on the classic after-dinner sundae.

Recipe: Chocolate Pizza with Apricot Preserves and Bananas

Delight veggie lovers with an arugula, artichoke, and tomato-topped pizza. Slice thinly for a unique appetizer offering, or add cooked chicken for a heartier dinnertime variation.

Recipe: Grilled Salad Pizza

These meatless pizzas highlight summer's bounty of fresh eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion. Grill the vegetables before topping the pizza for a sweet, smoky flavor.

Recipe: Individual Grilled Veggie Pizzas

A light lemon drizzle highlights the creamy texture of the mild Havarti cheese and the smoky flavor of the sliced salmon. Cook the flatbread pizzettes for about five minutes and serve as an elegant appetizer or light dinner.

Recipe: Grilled Pizzettes with Smoked Salmon and Capers

Raid the garden or take a trip to the farmer's market to make these light, summertime pizzas. The squash, zucchini, and tomatoes paired with oregano and basil yield a fresh and fun appetizer or light supper perfect for al fresco dining.

Recipe: Summer Squash Pizza