Every once in a while I get a craving for a non-tomato sauce, or ‘white’ pizza. ‘New pizza ideas’ is always a popular food wish, and I hope this ricotta spread inspires lots of pizza experimentation in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped herbs, such as basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme (Optional)
- 1 pound pizza dough (see footnote for recipe link)
- 1 tablespoon flour, for dusting
- ½ cup diced smoked ham
- ½ cup shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat an oven to 550 degrees F (285 degrees C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes. Once asparagus is cold, drain well and set aside.
Step 3
Combine ricotta, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream in a small bowl. Stir in fresh herbs (if using) and set aside.
Step 4
To shape the pizza dough, sprinkle the countertop and dough surface with flour and lightly pat flat. Use a rolling pin to form a thin disk about 9 inches in diameter. Transfer to a baking sheet.
Step 5
Spread ricotta mixture over crust, top with ham and asparagus. Sprinkle with Cheddar and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses.
Step 6
Place baking sheet on the bottom rack of the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes. Transfer the baking sheet to the top rack and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Editor’s Note:
This recipe calls for Chef John’s Easy Homemade Pizza Dough.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 1129 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat57g | 73% |
Saturated Fat16g | 79% |
Cholesterol71mg | 24% |
Sodium2246mg | 98% |
Total Carbohydrate115g | 42% |
Dietary Fiber5g | 17% |
Total Sugars14g | |
Protein37g | |
Vitamin C17mg | 87% |
Calcium271mg | 21% |
Iron8mg | 45% |
Potassium316mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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