Mediterranean Pizza

By calypan

Ingredients

• 2 jars (6-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts
• 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
• 1/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham, julienned (or diced chicken)
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped ripe olives
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Preparation

Step 1

•Drain artichokes, reserving marinade. Chop artichokes; set aside. On a floured surface, roll bread dough into a 15-in. circle. Transfer to a greased 14-in. pizza pan; build up edges slightly. Brush the dough lightly with reserved marinade.
• Combine the basil, oregano and thyme; sprinkle over marinade. Sprinkle with 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, ham, artichokes, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese. Sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
• Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until crust and cheese are lightly browned. Yield: 4-6 servings.