Fancy Three Cheese Pizza

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   Early in the day or even the night before, make the herb oil.

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   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes and fresh herbs.

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   Cook, stirring often, until the herbs are fragrant, about 3-4 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.

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   Let the mixture cool and then keep it covered in refrigerator.

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   Then remove it from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes prior to using it.

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   Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a greased baking sheet, stretch dough out to fit pan.

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   Brush dough with about 1 tablespoon of the herb oil.

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   Bake until crust just starts to turn a light golden brown, about 10 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, in a bowl reserve 1 teaspoon of the herb oil and set it aside.

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    Combine the remaining herb oil and ricotta cheese in another bowl and mix together.

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    Spread ricotta mixture over crust, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

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    Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over ricotta and bake another 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and starts to brown in spots.

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    Remove pizza from oven and sprinkle it with prosciutto.

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    Cut the pizza into slices.

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    In a bowl, toss arugula with remaining 1 teaspoon herb oil and juice from 1/2 of a lemon.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Scatter dressed arugula over pizza and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.