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Sausage Pesto Pizza

Sausage Pesto Pizza: Enjoy a Homemade Flavor Sensation

Sausage Pesto Pizza combines juicy sausage, earthy mushrooms, and creamy mozzarella in under 30 minutes for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage can substitute with turkey sausage
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (White or Cremini) can skip for a simpler pizza
  • 1 lb Pizza Dough use store-bought or homemade
  • ¾ cup Pesto for a stronger flavor, use more
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese consider blending with gorgonzola or use dairy-free
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup Caramelized Onions adds sweetness and depth
  • 1 cup Fresh Arugula sprinkle on top after baking
  • 1 cup Various Cheeses experiment with feta or ricotta

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • pizza stone
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sausage Pesto Pizza
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a pizza stone or baking pan inside.
  2. Sauté the Italian sausage over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes until browned, then set aside.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
  4. Spread pesto evenly over the rolled dough.
  5. Sprinkle sautéed sausage and mushrooms on top, then cover with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Transfer the pizza onto the hot stone or pan and bake for 8-12 minutes.
  7. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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