Asparagus White Pizza with Prosciutto
This Asparagus White Pizza with Prosciutto is a culinary masterpiece that combines fresh asparagus, creamy white sauce, and savory prosciutto for a delightful pizza experience.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Pizza Dough
- 1 lb Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade.
White Sauce
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Primary base for the white sauce.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 tsp Salt To taste.
- 1 tsp Pepper To taste.
Toppings
- 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Sliced or shredded.
- 1 bunch Fresh Asparagus Trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 4 oz Prosciutto Thinly sliced.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil For drizzling.
Garnish
- Fresh Basil Leaves Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Roll it out into a round shape, approximately 12 inches in diameter.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread the white sauce evenly over the dough.
- Distribute the asparagus pieces over the cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Layer the prosciutto over the asparagus and cheese.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Drizzle the assembled pizza with olive oil.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
Consider adding more vegetables or changing the cheese for variations. Pair with a salad or wine for a complete meal.