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Pizza con Porcini Pizza con Porcini Recipe

Pizza con Porcini

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Mixing bowl, rolling pin, pizza stone or baking sheet, oven, spatula, knife

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for a GF option
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce preferably Italian-style
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese substitute with vegan cheese if dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup fresh porcini mushrooms thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Step 1: Prepare the Dough
  • In a small bowl, mix the warm water with sugar and add the yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy (this shows the yeast is active).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  • Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  • Preheat your oven to 475°F (250°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well; otherwise, a baking sheet works fine.
  • Step 3: Prepare the Toppings
  • In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and sliced porcini mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms soften, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Step 4: Shape the Pizza Dough
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to remove air bubbles, and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness (I recommend about 1/4 inch for a thin crust).
  • Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Step 5: Assemble the Pizza
  • Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the sautéed porcini mushrooms.
  • Add a touch more salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.
  • Step 6: Bake the Pizza
  • Carefully transfer the pizza to your preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Step 7: Let the Pizza Rest and Serve
  • Allow the pizza to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps the cheese set a bit, making it easier to cut and serve.
  • Variations and Substitutions
  • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free pizza flour blend.
  • Vegan/Dairy-Free: Use plant-based mozzarella or a cheese substitute that melts well.
  • Different Mushrooms: If porcini mushrooms are unavailable, try cremini or shiitake mushrooms for a similar earthy flavor.
    Pizza con Porcini Pizza con Porcini Recipe
Keyword Pizza, Pizza con Porcini, Pizza Italiana