Pizza isn’t just food — it’s an event. It’s the smell of fresh dough rising in your kitchen, friends gathering around the counter, and someone always sneaking bacon before it hits the oven.

At Fullsend, we wanted to take the classic meat lovers pizza and give it a twist. So here it is: a pie layered with ricotta, spinach, bacon, ham, and turkey meatballs — finished off with a sprinkle of freeze-dried Lion’s Mane mushrooms once it’s out of the oven. The flavor is rich, the vibe is fun, and it’s one of those recipes you’ll want to share with your people.

Why Lion’s Mane Stays on Top

We all know mushrooms are good for you. But here’s the trick: if you bake Lion’s Mane, you lose a lot of what makes it special. That’s why we keep ours freeze-dried and sprinkle it on at the very end. It’s nutty, it’s earthy, and it keeps all of its natural benefits intact.

If you’re looking for more ways to cook with mushrooms, check out our Mushroom Recipes.

Ingredients

For the crust

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the toppings

• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• ½ cup diced ham
• ½ cup turkey meatballs, cooked and sliced
• Freeze-dried Lion’s Mane (added after baking)

How We Do It

The dough ritual

Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it foam. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead, cover, and let it rise for an hour. This is when the kitchen starts smelling like magic.

2. The toppings crew

Cook the bacon. Slice those turkey meatballs. Dice the ham. Keep the spinach fresh. This is the point when friends usually wander in to “help.”

3. Build your masterpiece

Crank the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll the dough, spread the sauce, sprinkle the mozzarella, dollop the ricotta. Then layer in the spinach, bacon, ham, and meatballs.

4. Bake it up

12–15 minutes later, the crust is golden, the cheese is bubbling, and you know you nailed it.

5. The Fullsend finish

Take it out, let it cool slightly, and then sprinkle on the Lion’s Mane. It’s that last step that makes everyone at the table ask, “What’s on top?!”

Gather, Share, Enjoy

This isn’t just dinner — it’s a conversation starter. The salty bacon and ham balance with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach keeps it light, and the Lion’s Mane brings a nutty, wellness-driven surprise that keeps people talking.

Next time you want to make pizza night special, try this twist and see what happens when you go Fullsend. And if you’re inspired to go deeper, explore our Gourmet & Medicinal Liquid Cultures to start experimenting in your own kitchen.

For more background on why Lion’s Mane is celebrated, here’s a great National Library of Medicine article on its potential.

Final Bite

Pizza is about community. It’s about pulling something out of the oven, slicing it up, and watching people light up. With this mushroom meat lovers pizza, you’re not just feeding your friends — you’re giving them a story to remember.