Description
This hearty Pizza with Sausage and Mushrooms features savory browned Italian sausage, earthy caramelized mushrooms, and melted cheese on a crisp, golden crust, making it an ideal comfort meal for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough (450g)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed, 450g)
- 8 ounces cremini or white button mushrooms (sliced, 225g)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- ¾ cup pizza sauce (180ml)
- 2 cups low-moisture shredded mozzarella (225g)
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (25g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Brown sausage in a skillet, then sauté mushrooms and garlic; mix and season.
- Stretch dough by hand on a floured surface and transfer to parchment paper.
- Spread sauce, add cheese, distribute topping mixture, and add remaining cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly; rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven for best texture. Do not freeze raw dough with toppings; freeze only after baking and cooling.