Pizza with Ham, Asparagus, and Ricotta

Description

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

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 12 mins

Total Time: 37 mins

Servings: 2

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