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Pizza Bianca (White Pizza)


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

Pizza Bianca, or White Pizza, is a delicious Italian flatbread topped with olive oil, garlic, and a blend of cheeses without tomato sauce. This recipe yields a crispy, flavorful pizza perfect for a light meal or appetizer.


Ingredients

1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional)


Instructions

In a small bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions.
On a floured surface, roll out one portion into a 12-inch circle or oval shape.
Transfer the rolled dough onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a pizza stone.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the dough surface.
Distribute the sliced garlic evenly over the dough.
Spread 3/4 cup ricotta cheese in dollops over the pizza, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Optionally, sprinkle half of the chopped fresh rosemary over the pizza.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing.
Repeat steps 9-15 with the second portion of dough and remaining ingredients.
Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Pizza Bianca.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes