Description
This Steak and Blue Cheese Pizza offers a gourmet twist on a classic favorite, combining tender cooked steak strips with creamy blue cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh baby arugula on a wholesome whole wheat crust. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal to enjoy at home in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 pound Whole Wheat Pizza Dough (store-bought works great)
Toppings
- 1 cup Cooked Steak Strips
- 1/2 cup Blue Cheese Crumbles
- 1 cup Caramelized Onions
- 1 cup Mushrooms (can swap for cremini or shiitake)
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella
- 1 cup Baby Arugula (optional)
Seasonings & Others
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- Olive Oil (for sautéing onions and mushrooms, about 1-2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Preparation Steps: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats to ensure an evenly cooked crust.
- Sauté Onions and Mushrooms: Slice the onion and heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions with salt and pepper and cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized. Then add the mushrooms and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll the whole wheat pizza dough into a 16-inch circle. Transfer the dough carefully to a baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
- Add Cheese Base: Evenly sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire surface of the dough, ensuring full coverage to create a melty cheesy base.
- Arrange Toppings: Distribute the cooked steak strips evenly on top of the mozzarella, followed by the sautéed onions and mushrooms for layered flavor.
- Add Blue Cheese: Scatter 1/2 cup of blue cheese crumbles over the toppings. Use sparingly to avoid overpowering the other flavors while adding a sharp, creamy contrast.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with fresh baby arugula for a peppery, fresh bite before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone if available for a crispier crust.
- Cooked steak strips can be leftovers or freshly grilled for best flavor.
- Feel free to swap mushrooms with other varieties like cremini or shiitake for different flavor profiles.
- Baby arugula adds a fresh, peppery note but can be omitted if preferred.
- Adjust blue cheese amount to taste depending on preference for its strong flavor.
