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Mushroom Flatbread with Spinach topped with melted cheese, red onions, and fresh herbs on a golden crust.
Maryam

Mushroom Flatbread with Spinach

Crispy flatbread piled high with garlicky mushrooms and wilted spinach, finished with melty mozzarella and a drizzle of good olive oil.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 1 lb store-bought pizza dough room temperature
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp cornmeal for dusting
For the Toppings
  • 12 oz cremini mushrooms sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach about 5 cups packed
  • 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella shredded, about 2 cups
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • flaky sea salt for finishing

Equipment

  • Large Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Microplane or fine grater

Method
 

Prep
  1. Place a rack in the lowest position and heat oven to 500F. Let pizza dough sit at room temperature for 30 minutes if cold. Dust a large rimmed baking sheet with cornmeal.
Cook the mushrooms
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until deeply browned on the bottom. Stir and cook 3 minutes more until tender and most moisture has evaporated.
  2. Add garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach by handfuls, tossing until wilted, about 2 minutes total. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly.
Assemble and bake
  1. Stretch dough into a 12x16 inch rectangle on the prepared sheet. Brush with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Scatter mozzarella evenly, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Distribute mushroom-spinach mixture over cheese, then sprinkle with Parmesan.
  2. Bake on the lowest rack for 12-14 minutes until the crust is deep golden and crisp on the bottom, and cheese is bubbling with browned spots. Let cool 3 minutes, then finish with flaky salt and slice into squares.

Notes

Use a mix of mushrooms like shiitake and oyster for deeper flavor if available. The mushroom mixture can be made up to 2 hours ahead and held at room temperature. For extra richness, drizzle with good olive oil or a few drops of aged balsamic just before serving.