From craving to table
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 2
In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch round.
- 4
Transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper. Spread the tomato pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- 5
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then top with the cooked sausage pieces.
- 6
Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes over the top. Optionally, add a bit more mozzarella.
- 7
Carefully slide the pizza (with parchment) onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 8
Remove from oven, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve.