Spicy Sausage & Eggplant Pizza Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, cook the spicy sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 3.Slice the eggplant into thin rounds and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven until tender and slightly browned.
• STEP 4.Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or the back of a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• STEP 5.Spread a layer of marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Top with the cooked sausage, roasted eggplant, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
• STEP 6.Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
• STEP 8.Serve the Spicy Sausage & Eggplant Pizza hot, sprinkled with red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
• STEP 9.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

• For extra heat, add sliced jalapenos or crushed red pepper flakes to the pizza toppings.
• If you prefer a thinner crust, roll the dough out to a larger size and bake for a shorter amount of time.
• Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. Add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions, or swap the sausage for pepperoni or bacon.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Spicy Sausage & Eggplant Pizza hot, sprinkled with red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.