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Best Homemade White Pizza with Creamy Garlic Ricotta Sauce

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Make this rich, cheesy white pizza (Pizza Bianca) at home. It features a creamy garlic and ricotta sauce base instead of tomato sauce, resulting in a satisfying, gourmet-tasting comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.
  2. Prepare the white garlic sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Remove the sauce from the heat. Stir in the salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Set aside to cool slightly.
  6. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a 12 to 14-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Brush the edges of the dough lightly with olive oil.
  7. Spread the cooled white garlic sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  8. Dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the sauce layer.
  9. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top.
  10. Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  12. Remove the pizza from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley before slicing and serving. This recipe is a great alternative to standard meal planning options.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, brush the dough lightly with olive oil before adding the sauce.
  • You can add cooked, shredded chicken or sautéed spinach on top of the cheese layer for extra flavor.
  • If you are looking for a low-carb option, consider using a cauliflower or chicken crust instead of traditional dough.

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