Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Garlic and Smoked Mozzarella

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A rustic wood-fired pizza topped with roasted garlic cloves, smoky mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves for a smoky, aromatic bite. This italian-inspired pizza (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs pizza dough, roasted garlic cloves, sliced smoked mozzarella for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your wood-fired oven or conventional oven to 500°F with a pizza stone inside for 45 minutes to ensure it is thoroughly heated.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, stretch 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch round, leaving a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then scatter 8 roasted garlic cloves whole over the surface.
  4. Step 4: Arrange 6 oz smoked mozzarella slices evenly on top, then sprinkle 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper over the pizza.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the pizza onto the hot pizza stone using a peel and bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese bubbles and browns slightly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and immediately scatter 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves on top. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Garlic and Smoked Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Roasted Garlic and Smoked 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Garlic and Smoked 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Garlic and Smoked 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.

Is Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Garlic and Smoked Mozzarella vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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