Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms

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A rustic pizza featuring sweet caramelized onions, tangy Gorgonzola, and an earthy mix of North Woods mushrooms baked on a wood-fired crust. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 57 minutes pairs room temperature pizza dough, olive oil, large, thinly sliced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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: 45 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat wood-fired oven or conventional oven to 500°F with a pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion with 1/2 tsp salt and cook slowly for 25 minutes, stirring frequently until deeply caramelized and golden brown. Remove onions and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz sliced wild mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and become browned. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and stir in 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar. Cook 1 more minute then remove from heat.
  4. Step 4: On a floured surface, stretch 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal.
  5. Step 5: Evenly spread the caramelized onions over the dough, then scatter the mushroom mixture on top. Sprinkle 4 oz crumbled Gorgonzola and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella evenly, then finish with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves.
  6. Step 6: Slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone and bake for 8-10 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Step 7: Remove pizza from oven, let cool 2 minutes, slice, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms take to make?

Total time is about 57 minutes (45 min prep + 12 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms?

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 room temperature pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms?

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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Caramelized Onion, Gorgonzola, and North Woods Mushrooms?

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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