Deep Dish Sausage, Bell Pepper and Onion Pizza

Name: Deep Dish Sausage, Bell Pepper and Onion Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pizza dough, thawed, if frozen; 1 pound italian sausage, casings discarded; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups thinly sliced green bell pepper; 1 cup thinly sliced onion; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 cloves garlic, minced fine; 2 cups fresh marinara sauce, available in refrigerator sections of supermarkets; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled; 2 cups pre-grated mozzarella cheese (about 1/2 pound); 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan; Thinly sliced basil leaves, if desired

Servings: persons

1 pound pizza dough, thawed, if frozen
1 pound italian sausage, casings discarded
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups thinly sliced green bell pepper
1 cup thinly sliced onion
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced fine
2 cups fresh marinara sauce, available in refrigerator sections of supermarkets
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
2 cups pre-grated mozzarella cheese (about 1/2 pound)
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Thinly sliced basil leaves, if desired

1
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees.
2
Oil a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
3
Roll out or stretch dough to fit into skillet, pressing it with oiled fingers until it comes 2 inches up the sides and is an even thickness on bottom.
4
Let dough rise in a warm place for 10 minutes.
5
In a skillet set over moderate heat cook the sausage, stirring, until it is no longer pink.
6
Transfer to a plate.
7
Add 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and heat it until hot.
8
Add the peppers, onion, salt and pepper and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
9
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
10
Return the sausage to the pan, add the Marinara sauce and oregano and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes more.
11
Sprinkle dough with half of mozzarella and top with sausage mixture and remaining mozzarella.
12
Sprinkle with Parmesan and drizzle with remaining oil.
13
Bake in lower third of an electric oven or on floor of a gas oven for 15 minutes.
14
Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees.
15
and bake 10 minutes more, or until crust is golden.
16
Sprinkle with basil.

376

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pizza dough, thawed, if frozen, 1 pound italian sausage, casings discarded, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups thinly sliced green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Deep Dish Sausage, Bell Pepper and Onion Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!