Flammekueche (Alsatian Tarte Flambée)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the water and sugar.

2. 2

   In a stand mixer or food processor (using the plastic blade or dough hook), combine the flour, yeast, and salt. Add the water mixture and combine on medium speed until a soft ball forms.

3. 3

   In the stand mixer or on a floured work surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes or until it becomes smooth. Form a ball and place in a clean and lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a slightly damp cloth and let stand in a warm and humid place for about 1 hour.

4. 4

   Use the dough immediately or cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours or freeze.

5. 5

   Place a pizza stone or an upside-down baking sheet on the rack in the middle position

6. 6

   and preheat the oven to 250 °C (500 °F). Sprinkle a little cornmeal on the hot pizza stone and on the pizza peel.

7. 7

   Divide the dough in half. On a floured work surface, stretch the dough into 2 thin rectangles, about 25 x 18-cm (10 x 7-inch) each.