Spicy Sausage and Gorgonzola Pizza

Health score
14%
Spicy Sausage and Gorgonzola Pizza
45 min.
6
499kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your pizza night, look no further than this Spicy Sausage and Gorgonzola Pizza. Bursting with bold flavors, this dish combines the heat of Italian hot sausage with the rich, tangy depth of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, creating a perfect harmony that will awaken your taste buds. With the added kick from fresh green bell peppers and the briny punch of Kalamata olives, every bite is an adventure.

This pizza is not just about flavor; it's also a feast for the eyes! The vibrant colors of the bell peppers and the fresh green basil provide a visual treat, making it a delightful centerpiece for your dining table. Plus, it comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a busy lunch or a cozy family dinner.

Imagine pulling a golden-brown, crispy pizza from the oven, the aroma of sizzling sausage and melted cheese wafting through your home. Drizzled with marinara sauce and topped with fresh basil just before serving, this pizza is sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a satisfying meal, this Spicy Sausage and Gorgonzola Pizza will undoubtedly become a favorite in your weekly rotation. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a pizza masterpiece that will leave everyone wanting more!

Ingredients

  •  bell pepper green halved thin
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  • ounces gorgonzola crumbled
  • 12 ounces ground sausage italian hot
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives black pitted halved
  • 1.3 cups tomatoes refrigerated
  • ounces mozzarella cheese grated
  • 10 ounce uncook pizza crust thin

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 425°F. Sauté sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat until just cooked through, breaking into 1/2-inch pieces with back of spoon, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain off fat; set sausage aside.
  3. Place pizza crust on rimless baking sheet. Leaving 3/4-inch plain border, spread 1 cup sauce over crust. Top with 3/4 cup mozzarella, 3/4 of basil, sausage, 1/2 cup Gorgonzola, olives, 1/2 cup mozzarella, bell pepper and 1/2 cup Gorgonzola.
  4. Drizzle remaining 1/4 cup sauce over.
  5. Bake pizza until crust is crisp and topping is heated through, about 13 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories499kcal
Protein18.39%
Fat56.98%
Carbs24.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.5
Glycemic Load
1.49
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.281739100166%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
3.77mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:499.36kcal
24.97%
Fat:31.77g
48.88%
Saturated Fat:14.29g
89.29%
Carbohydrates:30.9g
10.3%
Net Carbohydrates:27.85g
10.13%
Sugar:4.81g
5.34%
Cholesterol:75.93mg
25.31%
Sodium:1362.65mg
59.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.07g
46.14%
Vitamin C:68.85mg
83.46%
Selenium:21.18µg
30.26%
Calcium:293.79mg
29.38%
Phosphorus:268.28mg
26.83%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
26.26%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.14%
Vitamin B12:1.29µg
21.42%
Vitamin A:946.06IU
18.92%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.15%
Iron:2.97mg
16.49%
Zinc:2.44mg
16.28%
Vitamin K:16.68µg
15.88%
Vitamin B3:2.98mg
14.89%
Potassium:508.48mg
14.53%
Fiber:3.05g
12.18%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.8%
Copper:0.18mg
9.05%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
9.01%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.91%
Magnesium:34.5mg
8.62%
Folate:27.05µg
6.76%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious