Magic Mushroom Medley Pizza Recipe

Name: Magic Mushroom Medley Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; Pinch of kosher salt; more to taste; 1 leek, washed well (be fastidious), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, and separated into rings; 10 ounces mixed wild mushrooms, such as morels, chanterelles, hen of the woods, lobster, king oyster, or other exotic varieties (or reconstituted dried mushrooms), sliced; 3 ounces cognac; 1/4 cup uncooked grits or polenta, for rolling the dough; 1 ball prepared pizza dough, at room temperature; 1/2 cup Roasted Garlic Paste; 6 ounces Camembert cheese, rind removed if preferred, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips; Leaves from 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried; Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Pinch of kosher salt; more to taste
1 leek, washed well (be fastidious), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, and separated into rings
10 ounces mixed wild mushrooms, such as morels, chanterelles, hen of the woods, lobster, king oyster, or other exotic varieties (or reconstituted dried mushrooms), sliced
3 ounces cognac
1/4 cup uncooked grits or polenta, for rolling the dough
1 ball prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
1/2 cup Roasted Garlic Paste
6 ounces Camembert cheese, rind removed if preferred, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
Leaves from 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Preheat a large saute pan over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
2
Add the butter and 2 tablespoons of the oil.
3
When the butter bubbles, add a pinch of salt, stir, and add the leek.
4
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on the edges, about 10 minutes.
5
Add the cognac, let sit for 5 seconds, then light a long match to it.
6
Stand back and keep wayward clothing and shaggy hair away from the dancing flames.
7
(If you have a gas stove, be aware that spattering particles may cause the alcohol to ignite prematurely.)
8
The flame should burn out after about 10 seconds.
9
If it continues to burn, put it out by placing a lid on the pan.
10
Remove from the heat and reserve for topping.
11
Preheat the grill, rollout and shape the dough, and grill the first side of the crust per the Master Instructions for gas or for charcoal (see Notes).
12
Use tongs to transfer it to a peel or rimless baking sheet.
13
Flip the crust to reveal the grilled side.
14
Spread the entire surface with the garlic paste, then with the mushroom-leek mixture.
15
Artfully arrange the cheese over the top.
16
Finish grilling the pizza per the Master Instructions (see Notes).
17
Remove from the grill, sprinkle with the thyme, and season generously with salt and pepper.
18
Slice and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, Pinch of kosher salt; more to taste, 1 leek, washed well (be fastidious), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, and separated into rings, and more.

Yes, Magic Mushroom Medley Pizza falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Magic Mushroom Medley Pizza

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Variations & substitutions

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