White Herb & Garlic Pizza
This white pizza features a creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella cheese layer atop a crisp, golden crust. Topped with fresh herbs and a hint of garlic, it has a tender, bubbly interior with crunchy edges, showcasing a harmonious blend of textures and fresh flavors.
Equipment
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Rolling pin (optional)
Ingredients
For the Pizza
- 1 pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh basil
- Crushed red pepper
- Parmesan cheese
- Spinach
Instructions
- Prep the DoughRoll the dough into a circle or rectangle, depending on the pan.
- Brush With OilA light layer of olive oil over the dough helps the crust crisp.
- Mix the RicottaI stir the ricotta with garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the BaseSpread the ricotta mixture evenly over the dough.
- Add MozzarellaSprinkle mozzarella on top so it melts into the ricotta.
- Preheat the OvenHeat the oven to 475°F so the crust gets golden.
- Transfer to the OvenBake the pizza until the cheese melts and the edges turn crisp.
- Check the CrustMake sure the bottom is lightly browned before removing it.
- Add ToppingsFresh basil or red pepper flakes go on while it’s still warm.
- SliceLet it rest a minute, then slice it into even pieces.
- ServingI serve the pizza warm with a light sprinkle of herbs or parmesan. It tastes best while the cheese is still soft and stretchy.
