Savory Mushroom and Goat Cheese Pizza

Ingredients

Pizza dough

1 batch (store-bought or homemade)

Olive oil

2 tablespoons, plus more for brushing

Mushrooms

8 ounces, sliced (such as cremini or shiitake)

Goat cheese

4 ounces, crumbled

Fresh thyme

1 tablespoon, chopped

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Fresh arugula

2 cups, packed

Balsamic glaze

2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thickness for a crispy crust. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Spread the sautéed mushrooms evenly over the prepared pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese and chopped fresh thyme over the mushrooms, ensuring an even distribution.
6. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Top the pizza with fresh arugula and drizzle generously with balsamic glaze before slicing and serving.