Blanco White Pizza 12" Recipe
Mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, spinach, and garlic.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it's frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Toppings Preparation
- 5
Sauté Spinach
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Pizza Assembly
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.
- 8
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
- 9
Add Toppings
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the dough. Top with sautéed spinach, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve warm.