Grilled Pizza and Sausage and Salsa Recipe

Name: Grilled Pizza and Sausage and Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds ripe plum tomatoes; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large red bell pepper, seeded, chopped; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 bay leaves; 2 jalapeno chilies, seeded, chopped; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 pound chorizo or hot Italian sausage, casing removed (optional); Olive oil; 1 8-inch square All-Ready pizza crust; 1 tablespoon cornmeal; 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces); 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon seeded chopped jalapeno chili; Guacamole (optional); Sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

2 pounds ripe plum tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 bay leaves
2 jalapeno chilies, seeded, chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound chorizo or hot Italian sausage, casing removed (optional)
Olive oil
1 8-inch square All-Ready pizza crust
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon seeded chopped jalapeno chili
Guacamole (optional)
Sour cream (optional)

1
Bring large pot of water to boil.
2
Add tomatoes and blanch 20 seconds.
3
Transfer to bowl of cold water, using slotted spoon.
4
Drain.
5
Remove tomato skins using small sharp knife.
6
Seed and chop tomatoes.
7
Transfer to large saucepan.
8
Mix in onion, bell pepper, vinegar, cilantro, bay leaves, jalapeno, salt and pepper.
9
Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
10
Remove bay leaves.
11
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead; refrigerate.
12
Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
13
If using sausage, heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
14
Add sausage and cook until brown, crumbling with fork.
15
Transfer to paper towel to drain, using slotted spoon.
16
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
17
Brush grill with olive oil.
18
Place pizza crust on grill and cook until golden, about 3 minutes.
19
Turn over.
20
Sprinkle cornmeal on cooked side of crust.
21
Spread 1 1/4 cups salsa over (reserve remainder for another use).
22
Top with cheese, cilantro, jalapeno and sausage.
23
Cover with grill lid or tent with foil and grill until crust is cooked on bottom and cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
24
Serve pizza, passing guacamole and sour cream separately.

198

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds ripe plum tomatoes, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 large red bell pepper, seeded, chopped, 1/2 cup cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Grilled Pizza and Sausage and Salsa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Pizza and Sausage and Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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