In a small bowl, use a fork to mix the dried yeast, ¼ teaspoon of the sugar and a tablespoon of warm water. Leave the yeast to activate for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture is foamy.

Then a few last ingredients to round out the pesto and toppings — artichoke hearts (packed in water), red wine vinegar, walnuts, and nutritional yeast. Preheat the oven to 475 F. Add the flour and 1 ...

In a jug, mix the yeast to a paste with a little of the water, then stir in the remaining water until the yeast has completely dissolved. Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture and pour in ...