Wild Mushroom Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Fontina, and Rosemary

Health score
13%
Wild Mushroom Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Fontina, and Rosemary
45 min.
6
801kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the rich and earthy flavors of our Wild Mushroom Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Fontina, and Rosemary—a culinary delight that will elevate your lunch or dinner experience. This gourmet pizza is not just a meal; it's a celebration of seasonal ingredients and rustic charm. Imagine biting into a perfectly baked crust, topped with a luscious blend of assorted wild mushrooms, sweet caramelized onions, and creamy Fontina cheese, all enhanced by the aromatic touch of fresh rosemary.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. The combination of sautéed mushrooms and onions creates a savory base that pairs beautifully with the rich, nutty flavor of Fontina cheese. Each slice is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a crowd-pleaser for family and friends alike.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this pizza is easy to make and sure to impress. The high heat of the oven ensures a crispy crust, while the careful layering of ingredients guarantees that every bite is bursting with flavor. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a pizza that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter divided
  • cups wine dry white
  • 10 ounces fontina grated
  • tablespoon rosemary leaves fresh minced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • servings garlic infused olive oil 
  • tablespoons grapeseed oil 
  • pounds chanterelles wild assorted stemmed cut into bite-size pieces (such as crimini, oyster, chanterelle, and shiitake)
  • cups onion halved lengthwise thinly sliced
  • servings pizza dough 
  • tablespoons shallots minced ( 1 medium)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • spatula
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Melt 3 tablespoons butter with 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until golden, about 45 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter with 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil in another heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add mushrooms, garlic, and shallot. Sauté 4 minutes.
  5. Add wine and simmer until almost all liquid is absorbed, stirring frequently, about 13 minutes.
  6. Add rosemary; season with salt and pepper.
  7. Position rack in bottom third of oven.
  8. Place heavy 17x11-inch baking sheet on rack (invert if rimmed). Preheat oven to 500°F at least 30 minutes before baking.
  9. Roll out 2 dough disks on lightly floured surface to 8-inch rounds, allowing dough to rest a few minutes if it springs back.
  10. Sprinkle another baking sheet (invert if rimmed) with cornmeal.
  11. Transfer 1 dough round to second baking sheet. Lightly brush dough with garlic oil.
  12. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Scatter 2 1/2 tablespoons onions over cheese. Scatter 1/2 cup mushrooms over onions.
  13. Sprinkle with salt.
  14. Position baking sheet with pizza at far edge of 1 side of hot baking sheet. Tilt sheet and pull back slowly, allowing pizza to slide onto hot sheet. Repeat with second dough disk, garlic oil, cheese, onions, mushrooms, and salt, and slide second pizza onto second half of hot baking sheet.
  15. Bake pizzas 6 minutes. Rotate pizzas half a turn.
  16. Bake until crust is deep brown, about 6 minutes longer. Using large spatula, carefully transfer pizzas to cutting board.
  17. Let rest 1 minute. Slice into wedges and serve. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Calories801kcal
Protein11.1%
Fat58.77%
Carbs30.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.83
Glycemic Load
4.23
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.323478429214%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.62mg
Epicatechin
0.44mg
Hesperetin
0.32mg
Naringenin
0.39mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
8.02mg
Kaempferol
1.06mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
32.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:800.5kcal
40.03%
Fat:49.37g
75.96%
Saturated Fat:20.37g
127.29%
Carbohydrates:56.95g
18.98%
Net Carbohydrates:47.41g
17.24%
Sugar:13.87g
15.42%
Cholesterol:89.93mg
29.98%
Sodium:920.41mg
40.02%
Alcohol:8.24g
100%
Alcohol %:1.94%
100%
Protein:20.98g
41.96%
Vitamin D:8.3µg
55.31%
Iron:7.64mg
42.45%
Manganese:0.8mg
40.11%
Fiber:9.54g
38.15%
Calcium:338.33mg
33.83%
Vitamin B3:6.56mg
32.78%
Phosphorus:321.19mg
32.12%
Potassium:1115.15mg
31.86%
Copper:0.62mg
31.2%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.63%
Vitamin E:3.9mg
26.01%
Vitamin B5:2.11mg
21.09%
Zinc:3.16mg
21.07%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.4%
Vitamin A:852.91IU
17.06%
Selenium:11.69µg
16.7%
Vitamin C:13.12mg
15.9%
Vitamin B12:0.82µg
13.69%
Magnesium:52.35mg
13.09%
Vitamin K:11.84µg
11.27%
Folate:39.14µg
9.78%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.94%
Source:Epicurious