Heavenly White Pizza with Prosciutto Recipe
Heavenly White Pizza with Prosciutto is a gourmet homemade pizza featuring a luscious ricotta-based white sauce, melted mozzarella and Parmesan, topped with delicate slices of prosciutto and fresh arugula. Baked to golden perfection, this white pizza combines creamy, savory, and fresh flavors for a delightful and impressive meal suitable for four servings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
- 1 pre-made pizza dough (or homemade)
White Sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Cheese Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional Toppings
- 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
- 1/2 cup arugula (for topping after baking)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up to ensure an evenly cooked, crispy crust.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter, then transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel if you plan to use a pizza stone.
- Make the White Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and fresh chopped basil. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread the prepared white sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small edge uncovered around the perimeter. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce layer evenly.
- Add Prosciutto: Arrange thin slices of prosciutto evenly on top of the cheese, allowing some cheese to peek through for a gourmet presentation.
- Bake the Pizza: Carefully transfer the assembled pizza to the preheated oven or onto the hot pizza stone. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Immediately after baking, top the pizza with fresh arugula and additional chopped basil. Optionally sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Slice and serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps create a crispier crust, but a baking sheet works fine as well.
- For a thinner crust, roll dough slightly larger; for thicker crust, keep it smaller and thicker.
- Fresh basil enhances the flavor but can be substituted with dried basil if necessary.
- Red pepper flakes are optional but add a nice kick to balance the creamy sauce.
- Leftover pizza can be refrigerated and reheated; add fresh arugula after reheating.
Keywords: white pizza, prosciutto pizza, homemade pizza, ricotta sauce, Italian pizza, gourmet pizza
