Delicious Pizza with Ham, Asparagus, and Ricotta

Indulge in the flavors of a homemade pizza topped with savory ham, fresh asparagus, and creamy ricotta cheese. This delicious recipe combines the perfect balance of flavors and textures to create a mouthwatering pizza that is sure to impress your family and friends. The crispy crust, juicy ham, tender asparagus, and velvety ricotta create an irresistible combination that you won't be able to resist. In just a few simple steps, you'll have a homemade pizza that will rival any pizzeria.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8 ounces cooked ham, sliced
• 1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed and blanched
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a baking stone or baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel.
4. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges for the crust.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Arrange the sliced ham and blanched asparagus on top of the cheese.
7. Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese evenly over the toppings.
8. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Carefully transfer the pizza on the parchment paper or pizza peel onto the preheated baking stone or baking sheet in the oven.
11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
12. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
13. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
14. Slice and enjoy!

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