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The Best Creamy Garlic Ricotta White Pizza (Classic Pizza Bianca)

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You can make a truly delicious homemade white pizza, often called Pizza Bianca, that rivals restaurant versions. This recipe uses a creamy ricotta and garlic base for a rich, savory flavor perfect for a weeknight pizza dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pre-made or homemade pizza dough
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have a pizza stone or steel, place it in the oven while preheating for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the creamy garlic base: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, minced garlic, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, pepper, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Stretch or roll your pizza dough to about a 12 to 14-inch circle. Place the dough on a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the entire surface of the dough lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  5. Spread the ricotta-garlic mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a one-inch border for the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the ricotta layer.
  7. Dot the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese and the Pecorino Romano cheese over the top.
  8. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil lightly over the cheese and crust edges.
  9. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or place the baking sheet in the oven.
  10. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  11. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve your gourmet pizza night creation.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone or steel heated in the oven.
  • If you prefer a New York style white pizza, use a slightly thinner crust and increase the mozzarella slightly.
  • You can add toppings like sautéed mushrooms or thinly sliced onions before baking for extra flavor.

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