The Kitchn: Flatbread pizza is perfect for informal dinner
Whether you need an easy snack for wine night with friends or a family-friendly Friday night dinner, these flatbreads are the answer. Loaded with caramelized mushrooms and plenty of mozzarella, they're a crowd-pleaser for all ages, no matter the mood or night.
Rather than simply sautéing the cremini mushrooms here, you'll sear them on one side first until they develop a deep, golden-brown crust. This technique draws out the savory, umami-rich flavor of the mushrooms, which really makes these flatbreads stand out. Add lots of melty mozzarella and garlic, thyme, and Parmesan, and you've got a new winning dinner on your hands.
To create a crisp crust, I borrowed a technique from Associate Food Editor Meghan: Bake the flatbreads on an inverted rimmed baking sheet, which creates an air pocket under the pan for a convection-like effect that allows the crust to better brown and crisp. Plus, when the baking sheet is inverted, you have a bit more space to stretch the dough out.
Caramelized Mushroom Flatbread Pizza
Makes 2 (10-inch) pizzas
Serves 4 to 6
Prep time: 20 minutes to 30 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes to 45 minutes
1 pound pizza dough, at room temperature at least 1 hour
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