If you think pizza night couldn’t possibly get any better, allow us to introduce you to your new obsession: Italian sausage white pizza. Imagine flavorful sausage nestled into a rich, garlicky white sauce, all bubbling away under a blanket of melty cheese. It’s indulgent, cozy, and just the right kind of “fancy without trying too hard.”
Every once in a while, it’s a good idea to shake things up from your usual pepperoni routine (because yes, even pizza night deserves an upgrade.) And when that craving hits for something a little creamier, a little cheesier, and a lot dreamier- this is the answer.
Ingredients
- 2 hot Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
- 1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 prebaked 12-inch thin whole wheat pizza crust
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
- 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups arugula or baby spinach
Directions
Step 1
Let’s kick things off with some serious flavor. Preheat your oven to a toasty 450°F. You’re basically going for that golden, pizzeria-worthy crust here. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble your Italian sausage until it’s no longer pink and smells absolutely irresistible, about 4–6 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the ricotta and a dash of garlic powder.
Step 2
After that, grab your pizza crust and place it on a baking sheet. Spread the ricotta mixture over the crust like you’re painting a delicious masterpiece. Then layer on the cooked sausage, followed by some colorful red pepper and onion. Sprinkle everything generously with your favorite Italian seasonings, then shower it with mozzarella. Because when it comes to cheese, more is definitely more.
Step 3
Pop your pizza onto the lower rack of the oven (that’s the secret to getting that crisp, golden crust) and bake for about 8–10 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Once it’s out, top it with a handful of fresh arugula for a peppery finish that makes you feel fancy and balanced (even though you’re eating pizza.)
Step 4
Finally, cut it up, grab a slice (or three), and enjoy your creamy, cheesy masterpiece.
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