Best Pizza Al Forno With Mushrooms Gorgonzola And Radicchio Recipes

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CONCHIGLIE AL FORNO WITH MUSHROOMS AND RADICCHIO



Conchiglie al Forno with Mushrooms and Radicchio image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield 6 to 8 as an appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces shiitake mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups (2 medium heads) finely shredded radicchio
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely shredded fontina (1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola (3 ounces)
2 teaspoons ricotta
6 leaves fresh sage, chopped (see note)
1 pound imported conchiglie rigate (pasta shells)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Bring 5 quarts of salted water to a boil in a stockpot.
  • Remove the stems from the mushrooms and reserve for another use. Slice the mushroom caps about 1/4-inch thick. Heat 6 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet; add the mushrooms and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Saute over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mushrooms, radicchio, cream, cheeses, sage, and remaining salt.
  • Parboil the pasta shells for 4 minutes; drain and add to the ingredients in the mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Divide the pasta mixture among 6 to 8 individual, shallow, ceramic gratin dishes (1 1/2 to 2 cup capacity). Dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and bake until bubbly and brown on top, about 7 to 10 minutes.

CARAMELIZED-ONION AND GORGONZOLA GRILLED PIZZA



Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza image

Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Categories     Onion     Backyard BBQ     Blue Cheese     Walnut     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 (appetizer) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/4 pounds onions (2 large), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
14 to 16 ounce pizza dough, thawed if frozen
1/4 pound Gorgonzola dolce, crumbled (1 cup)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-low heat until it shimmers, then cook onions with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper, covered, stirring occasionally, until golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and keep warm, covered.
  • Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over low charcoal (medium heat for gas).
  • Stretch dough into a roughly 12- by 10-inch rectangle on a large baking sheet and brush with 1 Tbsp oil.
  • Bring dough, onions, cheese, nuts, parsley, and remaining Tbsp oil to grill area.
  • Oil grill rack, then put dough, oiled side down, on grill and brush top with remaining Tbsp oil. Grill, covered, until underside is golden brown, 1 1/2 to 3 minutes.
  • Using tongs, return crust to baking sheet, turning crust over (grilled side up). Sprinkle evenly with onions, cheese, nuts, and parsley. Slide pizza from sheet onto grill and grill, covered, until underside is golden brown and cheese is partially melted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into pieces.

PIZZA AL FORNO WITH MUSHROOMS, GORGONZOLA, AND RADICCHIO



Pizza al Forno with Mushrooms, Gorgonzola, and Radicchio image

This pizza could be named Umami Pizza because it features the earthy flavors of mushrooms and Gorgonzola cheese. The radicchio provides a slightly bitter flavor for contrast and adds color. Sautéing the mushrooms and garlic in the wood-fired oven adds an additional layer of flavor.

Yield makes 4 individual pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing and drizzling
1 pound cremini or white mushrooms, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 head red radicchio, cored and cut into 1-inch wedges
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or Saba
Basic Pizza Dough (page 33)
Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
12 ounces Gorgonzola or other blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare a very hot fire (650° to 700°F) in a wood-fired oven or cooker.
  • In a cast-iron skillet or heat-resistant baking dish, heat the 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat and sauté the mushrooms for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and sauté for another 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, toss the radicchio with the balsamic vinegar.
  • Flour a baking peel and shape each dough ball into a 10-inch round on the peel. Brush with olive oil, being careful not to get oil on the peel. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt. Leaving a 1/2-inch border of crust, top with the mushrooms, then the radicchio, thyme, and Gorgonzola. Drizzle with olive oil (including the edges) and sprinkle again with sea salt.
  • Slide the pizzas off the peel and onto the oven floor. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, rotating once, or until golden on the edges and the cheese is melted. Let cool for 5 minutes, then cut into wedges and serve.

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