Portobello Pizzas Recipe

Name: Portobello Pizzas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium (4-inch) firm portobello mushrooms, caps intact; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium tomato (8 ounces), not too ripe; Half a medium bell pepper; About 1 handful fresh spinach leaves, clean and dry; Dried thyme; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; About 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated; Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Servings: persons

1
The Mushroom Treatment: Remove and discard the mushroom stems, and wipe the caps clean with a damp paper towel.
2
Place a large, heavy skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
3
Add the olive oil, wait about 30 seconds, then swirl to coat the pan.
4
Place the mushrooms cap side down in the hot oil, and let them cook undisturbed for about 10 minutes.
5
Turn them over and cook on the other side for 10 minutes, then flip them over one more time and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more on their cap side once again.
6
Leave them in the pan and set aside.
7
Core the tomato and gently squeeze out the seeds through the opening.
8
Cut the tomato and the bell pepper into very thin slices.
9
Preheat the broiler.
10
While it is heating, place the mushrooms cap side down in a Pyrex or ceramic baking dish.
11
Top each mushroom with a few spinach leaves, some slices of tomato and bell pepper, and pinches of dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
12
Take your time covering the top with grated cheese, tucking it into every crevice and cavity and trying to cover everything (including the edges of the mushrooms, so they wont bum under the broiler).
13
Broil until the cheese melts and is turning golden.
14
Watch carefully, as this will take only about 5 minutes or less.
15
Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature, sprinkled lightly with red pepper flakes, if desired.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium (4-inch) firm portobello mushrooms, caps intact, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium tomato (8 ounces), not too ripe, Half a medium bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Portobello Pizzas 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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Portobello Pizzas

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