Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary

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Thin-crust Italian pizza baked in a wood-fired oven, topped with creamy ricotta, fragrant rosemary, and mozzarella for a simple yet authentic flavor. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 25 minutes pairs pizza dough, ricotta cheese, fresh mozzarella, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your wood-fired oven or conventional oven to 550°F with a pizza stone inside. Lightly dust a pizza peel or baking sheet with 1 tablespoon cornmeal.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 12 ounces of pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface and transfer it to the prepared peel.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 clove minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary.
  4. Step 4: Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Arrange 6 ounces of sliced fresh mozzarella evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust is golden with charred spots and the cheese is bubbling.
  6. Step 6: Remove the pizza, drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired, slice and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Wood-Fired Italian White Pizza with Ricotta and Rosemary?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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