Frozen Pizza with Mushrooms (Printable Version)

Enhance frozen pizza by adding mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and extra cheese for bold flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 frozen pizza (any style, e.g., Margherita or cheese)

→ Toppings

02 - 1 cup canned mushrooms, drained and sliced (approximately 150 grams)
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or pizza cheese blend (approximately 100 grams)
04 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
06 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional

08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
09 - Fresh parsley or basil, chopped, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 425°F as per frozen pizza package instructions.
02 - Remove the frozen pizza from packaging and place it on a baking tray or pizza stone.
03 - Evenly spread the drained and sliced mushrooms over the pizza surface.
04 - Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the entire pizza, covering mushrooms and existing toppings.
05 - Sprinkle dried oregano, basil, thyme, and freshly ground black pepper according to taste.
06 - Drizzle olive oil over the pizza for enhanced richness, if desired.
07 - Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
08 - Remove pizza from oven, allow it to cool for 2 minutes, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil if preferred.
09 - Slice the pizza and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Quick and easy way to upgrade store-bought pizza
  • Customizable toppings for personal taste and dietary needs
02 -
  • Always check pizza and cheese labels for allergens if you have dietary restrictions
  • Letting the pizza rest a couple of minutes helps the cheese set for easier slicing
03 -
  • Toss the mushrooms with a little olive oil before adding them for extra flavor
  • Try different cheeses or add olives and bell peppers for variety
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