Pizza Dough

1. Combine warm water, yeast and sugar.
2. Let stand until yeast starts to foam, about 5 minutes.
3. Place flour and salt in mixer bowl or bread dough maker. Turn mixer on and slowly add yeast mixture.
4. Add the oil and knead dough 10 minutes.
5. If necessary, add more water until the dough holds shape without feeling sticky.
6. Let dough rise in warm spot until double in bulk.
7. Punch dough down and let rest 15 minutes.
8. Divide dough into individual portions. Form each portion into an 8-inch round.

Pizza Assembly

1. Place eggplant in the center of the dough.
2. Drizzle with half of the olive oil.
3. Alternating tomato and asparagus, place on top of eggplant.
4. Layer snow peas on top of tomatoes and asparagus.
5. Set aside half of the ricotta cheese. Fill the center of each pizza with the other half of the ricotta cheese.
6. Top with mushrooms.
7. Sprinkle pizza with remaining olive oil and mozzarella cheese.
8. Dot reserved ricotta cheese over pizza.
9. Place pizza in a 400 degree F oven for 20 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.
10. Peel and slice avocados. Top each cooked pizza with half of a sliced avocado.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a crisp green salad.

Beverage Pairings:
Pizza and beer are naturals; try with a rich lager.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.