Italian Sausage and Three Pepper Pizza

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Satisfy your cravings with a hot and flavorful Italian Sausage and Three Pepper Pizza
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Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small green bell pepper , seeded and cut into 1/4 inch strips
1 small red bell pepper , seeded and cut into 1/4 inch strips
1 small yellow bell pepper , seeded and cut into 1/4 inch strips
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
prepared pizza dough ( for 12 inch pizza , New York style pizza dough recommended )
unbleached bread flour , for dusting
1/2 cup pizza sauce ( New York-Style Pizza Sauce )
2 Italian sausages , cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices ( mild or hot , about 1/2 lb . )
2 cups coarsely shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 lb bulk Italian sausage , separated into small chunks ( mild or hot )
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
450
Sugar
5g
Fat
25g
Pizza is a classic comfort food and is enjoyed all over the world. This Italian Sausage and Three Pepper Pizza is sure to satisfy your cravings with its delicious combination of spicy Italian sausage and sweet bell peppers. The pizza is loaded with melted mozzarella cheese, bursting with big flavor. The crust is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making every bite a delightful experience. What is great about pizza is that it can be customized to your liking with different toppings, like mushrooms, onions, or pepperoni. Recipe creator, Jeff Hertzberg, recommends serving this pizza with a crisp salad and a cold beer for a perfect pairing.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F
2.In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and oregano and cook for 20 seconds.
3.Add bell peppers, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper. Cook until peppers are soft, about 5 minutes.
4.Spread pizza sauce over dough.
5.Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce. Spread bell pepper mixture over cheese.
6.Arrange sliced Italian sausage over top. Scatter with small chunks of bulk sausage.
7.Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
8.Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly and crust is golden brown.

PROS

The flavorful Italian sausage and sweet bell peppers are a perfect match and are sure to please a crowd.

Pizza dough is easy to make or readily available at most grocery stores, making this a quick and easy weeknight meal.

This pizza recipe can be customized with your favorite toppings to make it your own.

CONS

This pizza is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It contains gluten and dairy, which may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

The recipe calls for a considerable amount of oil, which may not be ideal for individuals watching their fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pizza is not particularly healthy, the dish does offer some nutrients. The bell peppers add Vitamin C and the sausage contains iron and protein.

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