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Caramelized Wild Mushroom Pizza

Irresistibly Indulgent Caramelized Wild Mushroom Pizza

Caramelized Wild Mushroom Pizza is a delightful vegetarian dish, featuring crispy crust and hearty toppings that create rich flavors in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 8 ounces Wild Mushrooms Fresh varieties like shiitake or chanterelle
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Use dried thyme if fresh isn't available
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked for better aroma
For the Cheese
  • 1 cups Mozzarella Cheese Can swap for fontina
  • ½ cups Ricotta Cheese Mascarpone as a substitute
  • ¼ cups Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Garnish
  • 1 cups Fresh Basil Leaves Arugula as an alternative

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) for a crispy crust.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough to about 12 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté sliced onions for about 10 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Add minced garlic and wild mushrooms to the skillet; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  5. Spread olive oil on the dough; layer the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture on top.
  6. Top with mozzarella, dollops of ricotta, and sprinkle Parmesan on top.
  7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for the best texture.

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