Description
This Garlic Bread Crust White Pizza Recipe combines the flavors of garlic, provolone, mozzarella, ricotta, and lemon zest on a homemade crust for a delicious twist on traditional pizza.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 1/8 cups warm water
- 3 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or very finely minced
Toppings:
- 2 cups freshly grated provolone cheese
- 1 (8 ounce) ball fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn into pieces
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
- 1 lemon, zest freshly grated or sliced into thin ribbons
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for sprinkling
- 2 cups baby arugula greens
- Lemon juice from the lemon above
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine water, yeast, honey, and olive oil. Add flour, garlic powder, basil, and salt. Knead until smooth, then let rise.
- Shape and Top: Roll out dough, brush with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic, cheeses, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
- Bake: Bake until golden and bubbly. Top with arugula tossed in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage.
- For a quicker option, you can use store-bought pizza dough instead of making your own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: (Nutritional information may vary based on serving size and ingredients)