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Upside Down Pizza

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A savory upside-down pizza baked in a cast iron skillet with layers of vegetables, melted cheese, and a crisp golden crust. Flipped before serving for a fun and flavorful twist.

Ingredients

  • ½ pound pizza dough
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 4 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
  • ¼ cup green bell peppers (sliced)
  • ¼ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ¼ cup onions (diced)
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper (plus more for serving)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • Fresh basil (for serving)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Allow store-bought dough to rise at room temperature for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil on a cast iron skillet. Layer mushrooms, green peppers, tomatoes, and onions. Season with oregano, crushed red pepper, and salt.
  3. Add shredded mozzarella cheese and spread pizza sauce evenly over the cheese, keeping edges mostly dry.
  4. Roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round and place it over the sauce in the skillet.
  5. Tuck the dough around the edges to seal in the toppings. Brush remaining olive oil over the dough.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  7. Let rest for 10 minutes, then carefully flip onto a cutting board or plate. Top with Parmesan, extra crushed red pepper, and fresh basil. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best results and easy release.
  • Feel free to substitute vegetables based on preference or availability.
  • Letting the pizza rest helps it hold its shape when flipped.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

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