Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine warm water and instant yeast, allowing it to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in olive oil, sugar, salt, all-purpose flour, and chopped fresh dill until it forms a dough. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute. Stir in flour to create a roux, then whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then mix in Parmesan cheese.
- Allow the dough to rest for 15 minutes, then roll it out into a 12-inch round and place on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread the garlic white sauce over the pizza crust, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and arrange dill pickle slices on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, and crust is golden brown.
- Meanwhile, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, and chopped fresh dill in a bowl to create a dipping sauce.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing. Drizzle with crushed red pepper flakes if desired, and serve with the creamy garlic-dill sauce.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure the water temperature is 110°F for activating the yeast. Allow the dough to rest for better texture and control moisture for toppings to prevent sogginess.
