Description
Fall Pizza with Sausage and Squash is a delectable blend of sweet butternut squash and savory sausage, creating an irresistible dish perfect for autumn gatherings. The warm, comforting flavors and inviting aroma will transport you to cozy evenings shared with loved ones. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this pizza promises to be the star of any meal, leaving everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 2 cups butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (torn into chunks)
- 5 fresh sage leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cube butternut squash, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread seasoned squash on a baking sheet; roast for 25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface; transfer to a greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Top dough with cooked sausage, roasted squash, mozzarella, and sage leaves.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg