Italian Sausage Deep Dish Pizza Recipe

Name: Italian Sausage Deep Dish Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Mild or Hot Italian Sausage Links, casings removed; 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 teaspoons yellow cornmeal; 2 tubes refrigerated country italian bread dough (13.2 ounces); 6 slices provolone cheese; 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese; 1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce

Servings: persons

1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Mild or Hot Italian Sausage Links, casings removed
1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 tablespoon butter
4 teaspoons yellow cornmeal
2 tubes refrigerated country italian bread dough (13.2 ounces)
6 slices provolone cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce

1
Cook sausage links according to package directions; drain, cut into 1/4-inch slices and set aside.
2
In a skillet, saute green pepper slices in 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat until lightly browned.
3
Remove peppers and set aside.
4
In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil; saute mushrooms over medium-high heat until lightly browned.
5
Position oven rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 400u00b0F.
6
Butter the bottom and sides of two 9-inch round baking pans.
7
Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of cornmeal in the interior of each pan.
8
Remove bread dough from tubes, unroll and press one tube of dough up sides and over the bottom of each prepared pan.
9
Arrange 3 slices of provolone over dough, followed by 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella and 1/4 cup of Parmesan into each pan.
10
Spread 3/4 cup of pizza sauce over cheese layer.
11
Top each pizza with half of the green peppers, mushrooms, olives and sausage slices.
12
Bake at 400u00b0F for 30-35 minutes or until crusts are golden brown.
13
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
14
Cut into wedges.
15
Serve.

586

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Mild or Hot Italian Sausage Links, casings removed, 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 cup sliced mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Italian Sausage Deep Dish 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.

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Italian Sausage Deep Dish Pizza

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Variations & substitutions

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