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Sausage and Pepper Pizza Recipe

Italian-American · Main course · 35 min total

A classic pizza topped with savory Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 Italian sausage links (about 6 oz each), casings removed
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking into crumbles, until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add bell peppers and onion; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with oregano and red pepper flakes.
4. On a floured surface, stretch or roll pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a floured pizza peel or parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Top with mozzarella, cooked sausage, and pepper-onion mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
6. Slide pizza onto preheated stone or place baking sheet in oven. Bake until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly, 12-15 minutes.
7. Let cool for 2 minutes, then garnish with basil if desired. Slice and serve.

Tips

• For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone for at least 30 minutes.
• Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven.

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