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White Pizza Recipe

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This White Pizza recipe features a crispy thin crust topped with a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and pecorino cheeses infused with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a delicious and easy homemade pizza perfect for cheese lovers.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 lb. pizza dough, divided in half
  • Vegetable oil, for brushing
  • Coarse cornmeal, for sprinkling

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch for garlic oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped oregano
  • 1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup pecorino Romano cheese, divided
  • Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 500°F. Brush two large baking sheets with vegetable oil and sprinkle each with a layer of coarse cornmeal to prevent sticking and add texture to the crust.
  2. Infuse Olive Oil with Garlic: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook until lightly golden, stirring often to avoid burning. Immediately remove from heat, strain out the garlic slices, season the oil with a pinch of salt, and set both the garlic chips and oil aside.
  3. Mix Ricotta Filling: In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and half of the chopped oregano and thyme. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.
  4. Shape the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface. Divide the pizza dough into two halves, shaping each into a round ball. Press down the center of each ball to create a half-inch thick crust edge. Hold the dough on the backs of your hands and gently stretch it outward by moving your knuckles inch by inch, using gravity to help, until the pizza rounds are evenly stretched. Transfer the dough rounds onto the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Add Toppings: Brush each pizza dough evenly with the reserved garlic-infused olive oil. Sprinkle each with one cup of shredded mozzarella and two tablespoons of pecorino Romano cheese. Then, dollop approximately 3/4 cup of the ricotta mixture evenly onto each pizza.
  6. Bake the Pizzas: Place the baking sheets into the preheated oven and bake the pizzas for 15 to 17 minutes or until the crusts turn golden brown and the cheeses are melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizzas from the oven. Garnish with the remaining fresh herbs, the reserved golden garlic slices, and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes. Slice and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy crust, you can preheat the baking sheets in the oven before placing the dough on them.
  • If fresh herbs are unavailable, substitute with 1 teaspoon dried oregano and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
  • This recipe can be customized by adding toppings like spinach, mushrooms, or grilled chicken according to your preference.
  • Use high-quality fresh mozzarella and ricotta for the best flavor and creaminess.
  • Let the pizza sit for a couple of minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set slightly before slicing.

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