Save Transforming a familiar frozen pizza into a mouthwatering treat is easy, fast, and satisfying: just add mushrooms, herbs, and extra cheese for superior taste and an effortless upgrade that delivers gourmet flavors at home.
This upgrade has become a go-to weekend treat in my home, especially when time is short but a delicious meal is in order.
Ingredients
- Frozen pizza: 1 (any style, such as Margherita or cheese)
- Canned mushrooms: 1 cup (150 g), drained and sliced
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 cup (100 g) or pizza cheese blend
- Dried oregano: 1/4 teaspoon
- Dried basil: 1/4 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1/4 teaspoon
- Black pepper: Freshly ground, to taste
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon, optional for drizzling
- Fresh parsley or basil: Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Set your oven to the temperature specified on the frozen pizza packaging (usually 220°C/425°F).
- Prepare base:
- Remove the pizza from its packaging and place it onto a baking tray or pizza stone.
- Add mushrooms:
- Evenly spread the drained and sliced mushrooms over the pizza.
- Add extra cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella or cheese blend across the pizza, covering mushrooms and existing toppings.
- Season:
- Sprinkle dried oregano, basil, thyme, and add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Drizzle olive oil (optional):
- Add olive oil over the pizza for richer flavor, if desired.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
- Finish and serve:
- Let pizza cool for 2 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley or basil if preferred, then slice and serve hot.
Save This pizza hack always wins smiles from my family, especially when we chop fresh herbs together for garnish before digging in.
Required Tools
Oven, baking tray or pizza stone, knife, and optional cutting board for garnishes make preparation quick and cleanup easy.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten in the pizza base and milk in the cheese; check all labels if you have allergies and be mindful of possible added soy or egg.
Nutritional Information
Per serving, this upgraded pizza delivers about 380 calories, 17 g fat, 40 g carbohydrates, and 16 g protein.
Save With mushrooms, cheese and herbs, your frozen pizza will look, taste and smell better than ever: slice it up and enjoy every bite.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of mushrooms works best for this upgrade?
Canned mushrooms are ideal because they are pre-cooked and drained, making them easy to layer evenly on the pizza without adding extra moisture.
- → Can fresh herbs be used instead of dried ones?
Yes, fresh herbs like basil or parsley can be added after baking for a vibrant aroma and flavor, while dried herbs work better during baking to release their essence.
- → What cheese types are suitable for extra topping?
Shredded mozzarella is preferred for its meltability, but blends like pizza cheese or even cheddar or gouda can add different flavor profiles.
- → How do I prevent the pizza from becoming soggy with added toppings?
Ensure mushrooms are well drained before layering. Adding toppings evenly and monitoring baking times helps maintain a crispy crust.
- → Is it necessary to preheat the oven to a high temperature?
Preheating to around 220°C (425°F) ensures the pizza crisps properly and the cheese melts evenly without drying out.