Pizza di Ricotta

Pizza di Ricotta is a delightful Italian dish featuring a creamy ricotta cheese topping that is light yet satisfying. This kosher pizza is perfect for a cozy meal, combining fresh ingredients with a touch of Italian flair.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 200 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oregano - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and oregano until well combined.
4. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the ricotta layer.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese toppings and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from ricotta and mozzarella cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Contains beneficial fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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