Pepper Sausage Pizza Recipe

Name: Pepper Sausage Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 cup warm water (120u00b0 to 130u00b0); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 3 cups torn fresh spinach; 1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce; 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped; 1-1/2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning; 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, optional

Servings: persons

3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup warm water (120u00b0 to 130u00b0)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
3 cups torn fresh spinach
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, optional

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0. In a bowl, combine 1 cup flour, yeast and sugar. Add water; beat until smooth. Add the oil, salt, dried basil, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 2 cups flour; beat until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest 5 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, place spinach in a microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high 30 seconds or just until wilted. Uncover and set aside.
3
Press dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Spread with pizza sauce; sprinkle with 2-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, sausage, onion, spinach, mushrooms and yellow pepper. Top with remaining Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Sprinkle with pizza seasoning. Bake 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Sprinkle with fresh basil if desired. Cut into squares.

950

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 cup warm water (120u00b0 to 130u00b0), and more.

Yes, Pepper Sausage 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.

Pepper Sausage Pizza

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions