Pasquale's Favorite Pizza Topping

Delight your taste buds with Pasquale's Favorite Pizza Topping, a luxurious combination of savory pancetta, golden caramelized onions, and creamy roasted garlic-infused ricotta. This Italian-inspired topping is elevated with the freshness of torn basil leaves, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and a finishing touch of grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for transforming any pizza base into a gourmet masterpiece, this recipe balances bold flavors and creamy textures in every bite. Whether you're hosting a pizza night or treating yourself, this quick and easy topping—ready in under an hour—is sure to become a standout favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 120 grams pancetta
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 200 grams fresh ricotta cheese
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 30 grams parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) if incorporating this topping onto a pizza base for baking.

Step 2

Dice the pancetta into small cubes. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the pancetta until it becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the onion. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Add the onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves and drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wrap them in aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until soft and fragrant. Once cooled, mash them into a paste.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the roasted garlic paste, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Assemble the topping: Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over your pizza base, then layer with caramelized onions and crispy pancetta.

Step 7

Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and scatter them over the top. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.

Step 8

Bake the pizza according to your dough or base's instructions, typically 10-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the toppings are heated through.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven, slice, and serve hot. Enjoy Pasquale's favorite combination of rich and savory flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(560.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377.8

Total Fat 114.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 260.6mg	0%
Sodium 3797.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 63.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 826.7mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 986.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.5%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 8.3%