Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this Fall Pizza featuring savory sausage and sweet butternut squash atop a crispy crust. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, this dish combines rich flavors and vibrant colors that are sure to impress. Each bite offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it not just a meal but an experience worth savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 cups butternut squash (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 6 fresh sage leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for about 25 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, cook crumbled Italian sausage over medium heat for 7-10 minutes until browned.
- Roll out pizza dough to desired thickness on a floured surface. Transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, then add roasted squash, cooked sausage, and fresh sage leaves.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and bubbly.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (110g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg