Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

🌅 Sunset Flatbread with Tomato-Herb Drizzle

Simple, golden, and bursting with sunset-colored flavor—ready in 30 minutes with just 7 pantry staples!

Ingredients (all pantry-friendly):

1. ½ cup all-purpose flour
2. ¼ tsp active dry yeast
3. ¼ tsp sugar (for yeast activation)
4. ¼ tsp salt
5. 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
6. ½ cup canned crushed tomatoes
7. ½ tsp dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)

Total Time: 30 minutes (10 min active prep + 20 min rising/cooking)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Activate the Yeast (5 min):
Mix yeast, sugar, and 2 tbsp warm water (not hot!) in a small bowl. Let sit until foamy (5 minutes). No foam? Yeast is dead—replace it.

2️⃣ Make the Dough (5 min):
In a medium bowl, whisk flour, salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Pour in the foamy yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Knead 3 minutes by hand (or 1 minute in a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic. No need for a clean surface—just use the bowl!

3️⃣ Rest & Shape (15 min):
Cover dough with a damp towel. Let rise in a warm spot until doubled (15 minutes). Meanwhile, whisk crushed tomatoes, ½ tsp oregano, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.

4️⃣ Cook the Flatbread (5 min):
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Brush lightly with olive oil. Roll dough into a ¼-inch-thick circle (or press with your palm). Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden spots appear.

5️⃣ Finish & Serve (2 min):
Brush hot flatbread with tomato-herb sauce. Fold or slice into wedges. Optional: Sprinkle with extra oregano!

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Why It’s Genius

• ✅ All 7 ingredients are in every pantry (no fresh herbs, dairy, or special tools needed).
• ✅ No oven required—skillet makes it ultra-fast.
• ✅ Flavor trick: Sugar in the yeast and tomatoes boosts natural sweetness (no extra sugar needed!).
• ✅ Serves 2—perfect for a quick meal or snack.

Pro Tip: Leftover tomato sauce doubles as pizza base or pasta sauce! 🍅✨
Total cost: ~$1.50. Zero waste, zero stress.