White Mushroom Mozzarella Pizza (Print Version)

Creamy white mushroom and mozzarella pizza with garlic and herbs

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought

→ Toppings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 8 ounces white mushrooms, thinly sliced
05 - 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
10 - Fresh parsley or basil, chopped, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 475°F. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
02 - On a floured surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Brush the dough with olive oil and evenly sprinkle minced garlic over it.
04 - Arrange the sliced mushrooms over the dough. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
05 - Distribute mozzarella slices or shreds evenly over the mushrooms. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, oregano, and, if using, red pepper flakes.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
07 - Remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its the kind of vegetarian pizza that satisfies even the most dedicated meat eaters at the table
  • The ingredients are simple enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for casual entertaining
  • That garlic oil base infuses every bite with flavor without overwhelming the delicate mushrooms
02 -
  • Dont skip the parchment paper unless youre extremely confident in your pizza transferring skills
  • Overloading the mushrooms might make the crust soggy, so layer them somewhat evenly
  • Letting the pizza rest for just 2 minutes after baking keeps the cheese from sliding off when you slice
03 -
  • A pizza peel makes transferring the dough much easier, but the back of a flat baking sheet works in a pinch
  • If your crust is browning too quickly but the cheese needs more time, tent it loosely with foil for the last few minutes

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