Pizza on the Grill

1. Stage

Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

2. Stage

Make dough: Pour warm water into a large bowl; dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 to 10 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

3. Stage

Mix in flour, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt until dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

4. Stage

Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth, about 8 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

5. Stage

Place dough in a well-oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

6. Stage

Set aside to rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down; knead in garlic and basil. Set aside to rise for 1 more hour, or until doubled again. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

7. Stage

Meanwhile, make garlic oil: Combine 1/2 cup olive oil with minced garlic in a microwave-safe cup or bowl. Heat for 30 seconds in the microwave. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

8. Stage

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat; brush the grate with garlic oil.

9. Stage

Make pizzas: Punch down dough and divide in half. Form each half into an oblong shape 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

10. Stage

Carefully place one piece of dough on the hot grill. Dough will begin to puff almost immediately. When the bottom crust has lightly browned, turn dough over using two spatulas. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

11. Stage

Working quickly, brush garlic oil over crust. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

12. Stage

Top with 1/2 of each of the following: tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, olives, red peppers, cheese, and basil. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

13. Stage

Close the lid and cook until cheese melts. Remove from grill and set aside to cool for a few minutes. Repeat with second piece of dough. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios