Flatbread pizzas

Method

1. For the tomato sauce: put the tomatoes, garlic and olive oil into a saucepan and cook over a medium heat for about 30 minutes, until the tomatoes have collapsed to a pulp.

2. Tear up the basil leaves, add to the sauce and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover with a lid and set aside in a warm place.

3. Mix the tepid water, yeast, sugar and olive oil together in a jug.

4. Sift the flour and salt together in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast mixture. Mix and knead the mixture together to form a pliable dough.

5. Divide the dough into 10 pieces, each about the size of a tennis ball. Cover with a damp cloth and leave in a warm place for about 20 minutes to rise.

6. When well risen, dust a clean work surface or chopping board with a little flour and roll the balls out into flat discs with a rolling pin.

7. Heat a barbecue or griddle until hot, then cook the dough discs until lightly toasted on both sides.

8. Remove from the heat and spread a little warm tomato sauce on top.

9. To serve, scatter over your favourite toppings while the flatbread is still hot.