Pizza ai Funghi with Truffle Oil

Ingredients

• 1 pizza dough ball (250g / 8.8oz) 1 pizza dough ball (250g / 8.8oz)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml) 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 200g (7oz) mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster), sliced 200g (7oz) mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster), sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 200g (7oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded 200g (7oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons truffle oil (30ml) 2 tablespoons truffle oil (30ml)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 16g (Saturated Fat: 6g)
• Carbohydrates: 32g (Sugar: 2g)
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. 2.
   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a thin round shape.
3. 3.
   Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. 4.
   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
5. 5.
   Add the sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and slightly golden.
6. 6.
   Spread the cooked mushrooms evenly over the pizza dough.
7. 7.
   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the mushrooms.
8. 8.
   Drizzle the truffle oil over the pizza.
9. 9.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. 10.
    Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
11. 11.
    Slice and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mushrooms — Make sure to clean the mushrooms thoroughly before slicing. If using shiitake mushrooms, remove the tough stems before slicing.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza before baking.
• Experiment with different mushroom varieties to find your favorite combination.
• If you don't have truffle oil, you can substitute it with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for a more traditional flavor.
• To achieve a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven before placing the rolled-out dough on it.
• Serve the pizza with a side of balsamic glaze for a tangy and sweet contrast.

Serving advice

Serve the Pizza ai Funghi hot, straight from the oven. Cut it into slices and enjoy it as a main course or as a delightful appetizer for sharing.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional fresh parsley over the pizza before serving. The vibrant green color will add a pop of freshness to the dish.