Sausage & Apple Pizza Recipe

Name: Sausage & Apple Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the toppings:; 1/2 c. Crispin Brut Cider; 1/2 lb. Italian Hot Sausage; 1/4 Apple, cored and sliced very thin; 1/2 Yellow Onion, sliced thin; 1/2 c. Arugula; 3/4 c. Shredded Mozzarella; 1/4 c. Shredded Parmesan; 1/2 tsp. Fennel Seed, crushed; 1 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter; 1 Tbsp. Dark Brown Sugar; 1/2 c. Heavy Cream; 1 Small Garlic Clove, minced; 1 tsp. Corn Starch; 1 Pre-made crust, follow directions on; packaging

Servings: persons

For the toppings:
1/2 c. Crispin Brut Cider
1/2 lb. Italian Hot Sausage
1/4 Apple, cored and sliced very thin
1/2 Yellow Onion, sliced thin
1/2 c. Arugula
3/4 c. Shredded Mozzarella
1/4 c. Shredded Parmesan
1/2 tsp. Fennel Seed, crushed
1 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter
1 Tbsp. Dark Brown Sugar
1/2 c. Heavy Cream
1 Small Garlic Clove, minced
1 tsp. Corn Starch
1 Pre-made crust, follow directions on
packaging

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Toppings:
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1) Preheat the oven to 425.
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2) Apples-set the slices in a bowl or glass with a 1/2 c. of the cider and let rest for at least 20 minutes or up to one hour. Drain before putting on pizza, reserving liquid.
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3) Sausage-in a pan over medium-high heat, combine the sausage and fennel. Cook, breaking apart frequently until the sausage is browned on it's edges. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sausage to a paper towel lined plate. Reserve the cooking juices.
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4) Onions- in a skillet over medium heat, melt the 1 Tbs. butter with the 1 Tbs. brown sugar. Stir to combine and then add onions. Cook until tender and slightly browned on the sides,
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10 minutes or so.
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5) Sauce- Combine reserved cider from apples, 1/2 c. heavy cream, tsp. cornstarch, garlic, 1 Tbs. liquid from sausage, and a 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
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6) Assembly! I like to do: sauce, apples, some cheese, onions and sausage, some more cheese. Bake on a sheet pan or pizza stone for 10-15 minutes. Take out of oven, top with arugula, and rest a few minutes before cutting.

369

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the toppings:, 1/2 c. Crispin Brut Cider, 1/2 lb. Italian Hot Sausage, 1/4 Apple, cored and sliced very thin, and more.

Yes, Sausage & Apple 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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Sausage & Apple Pizza

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Variations & substitutions

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