Description
Fall Pizza with Sausage and Squash is a heartwarming dish that celebrates autumn’s flavors. This delightful combination of savory ground Italian sausage, sweet butternut squash, and melty mozzarella cheese atop a crispy crust creates an irresistible pizza perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Each slice is a comforting blend of tastes that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz ground Italian sausage
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano in a bowl. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for about 25 minutes until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a baking sheet or hot pizza stone.
- Layer roasted squash and cooked sausage on the dough, then top with mozzarella slices.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use spicy Italian sausage or mix in fresh herbs like sage or rosemary. - Substitute sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.