White Pizza Dip

This creamy, cheesy, garlicky dip is baked inside a ring of pillowy pizza dough knots. Enjoy on game day or when gathering with friends and family.

Instructions

1. 1

   Divide pizza dough into 12-14 equal sized balls. With floured hands, roll the dough balls into logs and tie into individual knots, tucking the excess underneath.

2. 2

   Coat a 10 inch (25 cm) oven-safe skillet with olive oil.

3. 3

   Place the knots in a ring around the skillet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes, allowing the dough to reach room temperature.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, fresh basil, 3 cloves of garlic (chopped), and red pepper flakes.

5. 5

   Melt the butter and add the fresh parsley and remaining garlic. Stir well.

6. 6

   Uncover the knots and scoop the dip into the center of the skillet. Brush the knots with the butter/garlic mixture (reserving some for after baking), and top the dip with an additional sprinkle of cheese (optional).

7. 7

   Bake in a preheated oven to 400˚F (200˚C) for 20 minutes. Broil on high for two additional minutes or until knots and cheese are lightly browned, watching closely so as not to burn it.

8. 8

   Remove from oven and brush lightly with additional garlic butter.

9. 9

   Let cool slightly before serving.

10. 10

    Enjoy!

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