White Pizza W. Fontina Cheese (large) Recipe
Make White Pizza W. Fontina Cheese (large) Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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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. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 6
Prepare 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. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 7
Mix Ricotta and Seasoning
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
Assemble and Bake
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
- 9
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a large circle, about 12-14 inches in diameter.
- 10
Transfer to Baking Sheet
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with flour.
- 11
Spread Ricotta Mixture
Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the surface of the dough.
- 12
Layer Spinach and Cheese
Evenly distribute the sautéed spinach over the ricotta, then sprinkle the shredded Fontina cheese on top.
- 13
Bake
If using a pizza stone, slide the pizza onto the stone. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 14
Garnish
Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the top. Drizzle with remaining olive oil if desired.
- 15
Slice and Serve
Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.
