Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella

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A smoky wood-fired pizza topped with slow-roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil for a simple yet flavorful Italian classic. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 57 minutes pairs pizza dough, halved Roma tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 37 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside for at least 30 minutes to mimic wood-fired heat.
  2. Step 2: Toss 6 halved Roma tomatoes with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until caramelized and slightly charred.
  3. Step 3: Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch round. Transfer to a pizza peel dusted with flour.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over dough. Distribute roasted tomatoes evenly over dough, then top with 8 oz sliced fresh mozzarella.
  5. Step 5: Slide pizza onto preheated pizza stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is blistered and cheese bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Remove pizza from oven and scatter 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes over top. Slice and serve hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 57 minutes (20 min prep + 37 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Charred Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Tomato and Mozzarella?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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