1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.

2. Prepare the White Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

• Add the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Prepare the Spinach:

• In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

4. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired size and shape. If using a pizza stone, transfer the dough to a parchment paper-lined pizza peel.

• Brush the dough lightly with olive oil to help it crisp up.

• Spread the prepared white garlic sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

• Layer the wilted spinach evenly over the sauce.

• Add dollops of ricotta cheese, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Finish by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza.

5. Bake the Pizza:

• Place the pizza in the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone if using) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• If desired, garnish with fresh basil or oregano once the pizza is out of the oven.

6. Serve:

• Slice and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious Spinach White Pizza!