The Velvet Butcher's Garden

A decadent white pizza featuring creamy Brie and a trio of savory proteins, balanced by the peppery bite of fresh arugula and a rich balsamic reduction.

The Velvet Butcher's Garden

Ingredients

Sauce
Olive Oil
Cheese
Brie
Protein
ChickenProsciuttoMeatballs
Toppings
Arugula
Finishes
Red Pepper FlakesBalsamic Glaze

How to Make It

DoughA high-hydration Neapolitan-style dough, cold-fermented for 48 hours to create a light, airy crust with significant charring potential.
SauceBrush the stretched dough generously with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of sea salt to create a rich, floral base.
  1. 1Preheat your oven with a pizza stone or steel inside to 550°F (288°C) for at least 45 minutes.
  2. 2Stretch your room-temperature dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface or pizza peel.
  3. 3Apply the olive oil base evenly across the dough, leaving an inch for the crust.
  4. 4Distribute the sliced meatballs and cooked chicken evenly across the olive oil base.
  5. 5Tear the Brie into small chunks and place them strategically between the proteins, ensuring even coverage.
  6. 6Slide the pizza onto the stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust is blistered and the Brie is bubbling and slightly golden.
  7. 7Remove from the oven and immediately drape the thin ribbons of Prosciutto over the hot surface so the fat just begins to render.
  8. 8Top the pizza with a generous handful of fresh Arugula.
  9. 9Drizzle the Balsamic Glaze in a circular motion over the greens and proteins.
  10. 10Finish with a sprinkle of Red Pepper Flakes for a subtle heat contrast.
Chef's Tip

Place the Prosciutto on the pizza immediately after it leaves the oven rather than baking it; the residual heat will soften the fat and release its aroma without making the meat tough or overly salty.