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Spicy Sausage, Sun Dried Tomato, and Arugula Pizza

This Spicy Sausage Pizza is a flavor explosion! A perfect blend of savory sausage, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh arugula.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large pizza crust rolled out into a large square
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided for drizzling and brushing
  • 1/3 cup pizza sauce for a flavorful base
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning to elevate the flavors
  • 1 clove garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 12-ounce package spicy sausage sliced into thin rounds (veggie variety works too)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes roughly chopped
  • 1 handful fresh arugula leaves to add a fresh finish

Equipment

  • Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Oven
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Begin by rolling out your pizza dough into a large square on a floured surface. Transfer it to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the rolled-out pizza crust and evenly coat the surface.
  4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the crust, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
  5. Distribute the sliced garlic, spicy sausage, and sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top.
  6. Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
  7. Once the pizza is out of the oven, let it cool for a minute. Top it with fresh arugula leaves, drizzling the remaining olive oil over the top.
  8. Slice the pizza into squares or triangles, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Experiment with toppings like bell peppers or olives for added flavor.
  • Make the pizza crust a day in advance and refrigerate.
  • Store leftover pizza in an airtight container for up to 3 days.