Description
Ham and Mushroom Pizza with Ricotta and Arugula
Ingredients:
For the Pizza Dough:
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
1 tbsp sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
For the Toppings:
1/2 cup tomato sauce (optional, for a light base)
1/2 cup sliced ham
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
1/2 cup fresh ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh arugula (for garnish)
1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Pizza Dough:
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, and stir to form a dough.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
Prepare the Pizza:
Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce (optional) over the dough. If you prefer a white pizza, you can skip the sauce.
Top the pizza with sliced ham, mushrooms, and dollops of ricotta cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake the Pizza:
Bake the pizza for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
Add the Finishing Touches:
Once out of the oven, drizzle with olive oil and top with fresh arugula. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve:
Slice and enjoy your delicious ham and mushroom pizza with creamy ricotta and fresh arugula!
This ham and mushroom pizza with ricotta is a gourmet delight with creamy cheese, savory ham, and fresh arugula. Perfect for a delicious dinner!
