Description
Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this Tasty Fall Pizza featuring roasted butternut squash and savory Italian sausage. The sweet, caramelized squash pairs beautifully with the zesty sausage, all resting on a perfectly crisp pizza crust. This delightful dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that captures the essence of fall, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or a special family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz Italian sausage, sliced (mild or spicy)
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sliced sausage until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread tomato sauce over the dough, then layer roasted squash, sausage, mozzarella, Parmesan, and oregano.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg