Pizza Bianco- Truffle, Potato and Pancetta

Pizza Bianco Recipe: A Truffle Lover’s Delight

When it comes to pizza, most people immediately think of a vibrant tomato base. However, a white pizza, or “Pizza Bianco,” proves that you don’t need tomatoes to create a delicious, indulgent slice. This recipe combines just a few luxurious ingredients to make a pizza that’s both simple and stunning.

Why You’ll Love This Pizza Bianco

This Pizza Bianco is all about quality over quantity. With just four key toppings, each ingredient plays a crucial role in delivering a harmonious blend of flavors. Creamy white truffle sauce, tender potato slices, crispy pancetta, and melted Fior di latte mozzarella come together for a pizza that feels elegant yet comforting. And to finish? A drizzle of truffle oil and a sprinkle of Maldon Sea Salt add the perfect touch.

Ingredients

• 1 250-270g ball of classic Neapolitan pizza dough

• 3 heaped tablespoons white truffle sauce (we love Tartufi Jimmy Truffle and Pecorino Cheese Sauce)

• 1 small potato

• 6 thin slices of pancetta available from our Deli Shop

• Fior di latte mozzarella

• Truffle oil

• Salt (Maldon Salt crystals for the best flavour and crunch)

Method

1. Prepare the Potato

   • Thinly slice one small potato and steam the slices until almost cooked. This ensures they’ll finish cooking perfectly in the oven.

   • Place the steamed potato slices in a bowl and coat them thoroughly with olive oil, salt, and pepper, being careful to keep their shape.

2. Assemble the Pizza

   • Preheat your oven to its highest setting, ideally close to 400°C, or if using a home oven crank it up to the highest setting.

   • Stretch out your pre-prepared pizza dough on a floured surface.

   • Spread 3 heaped tablespoons of white truffle sauce evenly across the base leaving a 3cm rim for the crust.

   • Carefully layer the potato slices on top, ensuring even coverage.

   • Add pieces of Fior di latte mozzarella and finish with the thinly sliced pancetta.

3. Bake

   • Transfer the pizza to a preheated pizza stone and bake until the crust is golden and the pancetta is crisp. This should take 2 -3 minutes in a good pizza oven or longer in a conventional oven.

4. Finish and Serve

   • Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle with truffle oil for an extra burst of earthy flavour.

   • Sprinkle a pinch of Maldon Sea Salt to enhance the flavors and add a satisfying crunch.

   • Slice, serve, and savor every bite of this indulgent Pizza Bianco.

Why It Works

The pancetta crisps up beautifully in the hot oven, adding a rich, salty flavor that complements the creamy truffle sauce. The potato slices, tender and seasoned, meld with the cheese and truffle for a unique and satisfying combination. Every bite offers a luxurious experience that’s surprisingly easy to achieve.

A New Favourite

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a cozy night in, this Pizza Bianco is sure to impress. Its combination of simplicity and indulgence makes it a standout addition to your pizza repertoire. Give it a try, and you might just forget about tomato sauce entirely!