Savory White Pizza Delight
This irresistible White Pizza, known affectionately as 'What, No Tomato Sauce?', has become a staple in my home, constantly requested by family members, especially my wife who considers it her all-time favorite. Perfect for pizza night, this 14-15 inch masterpiece combines the creamy richness of mozzarella and provolone cheeses with the delightful tang of pepperoncini peppers, all atop a perfectly baked homemade dough. We’ve experimented with countless toppings, but this combination keeps us coming back for more. The secret lies in quality ingredients: from the olive oil to the fresh basil, every element enhances the flavor. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this unique and delicious take on traditional pizza. Ensure to allow time for dough preparation, and let’s make pizza night extraordinary!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pizza dough
1 large (homemade or store-bought, rolled out)
Mozzarella cheese
6 ounces (sliced)
Provolone cheese
6 ounces (sliced)
Onion
1/2 small (coarsely chopped)
Fresh basil
1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons (freshly grated)
Extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons (for dough and drizzling)
Pepperoncini peppers
8 (seeded and coarsely chopped)
Cornmeal
for dusting (for pizza pan or peel)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure a crispy crust.
2
Prepare your homemade pizza dough according to your favorite recipe, then roll it out to fit your pizza pan or pizza peel.
3
If using a pizza pan, lightly coat the surface with olive oil and sprinkle with cornmeal for a non-stick finish.
4
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the rolled-out dough, spreading it evenly with your fingers.
5
Layer the sliced provolone and mozzarella cheeses generously over the oiled dough, covering it thoroughly.
6
Sprinkle the coarsely chopped pepperoncini peppers evenly over the cheese for a delightful kick.
7
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned, approximately 10-12 minutes.
8
Once finished, carefully remove the pizza from the oven and top it with freshly grated parmesan cheese, coarsely chopped onion, and fine basil.
9
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to melt the toppings and infuse the flavors.
10
Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing, then serve and enjoy the deliciousness!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory White Pizza Delight?
It is an irresistible white pizza, also known as 'What, No Tomato Sauce?', featuring a combination of mozzarella, provolone, and pepperoncini peppers.
Does this pizza contain tomato sauce?
No, this is a white pizza recipe that uses extra virgin olive oil as a base instead of tomato sauce.
What size pizza does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make one 14 to 15 inch pizza.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 475 degrees Fahrenheit (245 degrees Celsius) to ensure a crispy crust.
What type of cheeses are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a blend of sliced mozzarella, sliced provolone, and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
How much mozzarella cheese is required?
You will need 6 ounces of sliced mozzarella cheese.
How much provolone cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of sliced provolone cheese.
How many pepperoncini peppers should I use?
You should use 8 pepperoncini peppers.
How are the pepperoncini peppers prepared?
The peppers should be seeded and coarsely chopped before being added to the pizza.
What is the purpose of cornmeal in this recipe?
Cornmeal is used to dust the pizza pan or peel to create a non-stick surface.
How much olive oil is applied to the dough?
Two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil are drizzled and spread evenly over the rolled-out dough.
When is the onion added to the pizza?
The onion is added after the initial 10-12 minute bake, just before the final 3-4 minutes in the oven.
How much fresh basil is used?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh basil.
How much parmesan cheese is used as a topping?
Four tablespoons of freshly grated parmesan cheese are used.
How long is the initial baking time?
The pizza bakes initially for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
How long is the second baking phase?
After adding the final toppings, the pizza is returned to the oven for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
What kind of dough can I use?
You can use either homemade pizza dough or a store-bought version.
How should the onion be prepared?
One-half of a small onion should be coarsely chopped.
When do I add the fresh basil and parmesan?
These are added after the first 10-12 minutes of baking, along with the chopped onion.
Should I let the pizza cool before serving?
Yes, allowing the pizza to cool slightly before slicing helps the toppings set.
What provides the spicy 'kick' in this recipe?
The kick comes from the addition of coarsely chopped pepperoncini peppers.
How should the cheese be layered on the dough?
The sliced provolone and mozzarella should be layered generously over the oiled dough, covering it thoroughly.
What is the best way to spread the olive oil?
The instructions suggest spreading the oil evenly over the dough using your fingers.
Is the parmesan cheese added before the first bake?
No, the parmesan is added after the first 10-12 minutes of baking.
What should the pizza pan be coated with?
The pan should be lightly coated with olive oil and then sprinkled with cornmeal.
How much onion is required for the topping?
The recipe calls for 1/2 of a small onion.
What makes the crust crispy?
Preheating the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit and using cornmeal on the pan helps achieve a crispy crust.
Is the basil fresh or dried?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh basil.
Why is the pizza returned to the oven for a second time?
It is returned to the oven for 3-4 minutes to melt the final toppings and infuse the flavors.
What is the total estimated baking time?
The total baking time is between 13 and 16 minutes.