Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A warm and inviting pizza featuring a hand-tossed dough topped with zesty tomato sauce, generous pepperoni slices, earthy mushrooms, and melted mozzarella. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 89 minutes pairs bread flour, active dry yeast, (110°F) warm water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

★ 4.1 (14 ratings) Prep: 75 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp sugar in 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F). Let sit 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mix 3 1/4 cups bread flour and 1 tsp salt. Add yeast mixture and 2 tbsp olive oil, stirring to form dough. Knead on floured surface for 10 minutes until elastic.
  3. Step 3: Place dough in oiled bowl, cover with towel, and let rise in warm place 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, for the sauce, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Add 1 1/4 cups crushed tomatoes and 1 tsp dried basil, simmer 10 minutes until thickened.
  5. Step 5: Preheat oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone inside to heat.
  6. Step 6: Punch down dough and stretch into a 14-inch circle on parchment paper.
  7. Step 7: Spread tomato sauce evenly over dough, sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, then top with 25 sliced pepperoni and 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms.
  8. Step 8: Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Step 9: Transfer pizza with parchment to hot stone and bake 12-14 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Step 10: Remove from oven, let rest 3 minutes, slice, and serve for a comforting pizza night.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 89 minutes (75 min prep + 14 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 Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza?

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 bread flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza?

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 Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza 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 Cozy Bordenaro’s Style Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza?

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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