Best 3 Cast Iron Sausage Pizza Recipes

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Cast iron sausage pizza is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. This classic combination of sausage, cheese, and sauce is elevated by the use of a cast iron skillet, which gives the pizza a crispy crust and a gooey, melted center. Whether you are a seasoned pizza maker or a novice cook, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a delicious and satisfying cast iron sausage pizza that will be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAST-IRON PIZZA WITH FENNEL AND SAUSAGE



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Cooking sausage in the pan before adding the dough infuses the crust with porky flavor.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Pizza     Sausage     Fennel     Mozzarella

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz. store-bought pizza dough, room temperature
5 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 oz. sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1/3 cup prepared marinara
3/4 cup coarsely grated low-moisture mozzarella
1/2 small fennel bulb, very thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, very thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Crushed red pepper flakes and torn basil leaves (for serving)

Steps:

  • Place a rack in top-most position of oven; preheat to 475°F. Place dough on a work surface; drizzle with 1 Tbsp. oil, turning to coat. Stretch out to a 10" round and cover loosely with plastic wrap.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium. Cook sausage, breaking up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned in spots and cooked though, 5-8 minutes. Transfer sausage to a small bowl.
  • Remove skillet from heat and carefully lay dough inside (use spoon to help you extend dough all the way to the edges). Season with salt, then spread marinara over entire surface of dough. Top with mozzarella, then fennel, garlic, and cooked sausage. Drizzle with another 2 Tbsp. oil. Peek underneath the crust-the bottom should be golden brown and crisp from residual heat in the skillet. If it's not, set over medium-low and cook until crust is golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer skillet to oven and bake pizza on top rack until crust is golden brown around the edges and cheese is browned in spots and bubbling all over, 10-14 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then top with red pepper flakes and basil. Sprinkle with more salt and drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil.

CAST-IRON SAUSAGE PIZZA



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This shortcut cast-iron pizza starts with frozen dough. Add you family's favorite toppings for variety. - Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
2 teaspoons cornmeal
1-1/2 cups pizza sauce
1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small green pepper, sliced into rings
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll and stretch dough into a 10-in. circle. Cover; let rest for 10 minutes. Roll and stretch the dough into a 12-in. circle. Grease a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; sprinkle with cornmeal. Press dough onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of prepared skillet. , Spread with pizza sauce; top with sausage, 1 cup cheese, oregano and green pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake until crust is golden brown, 20-25 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CAST-IRON PIZZA WITH FENNEL AND SAUSAGE



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Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces pizza dough
5 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces sweet italian sausage
1/3 cup marinara
1/3 cup grated mozzarella
1/2 fennel bulb, sliced
3 cloves garlic, sliced

Steps:

  • Place a rack in top-most position of oven; preheat to 475°. Place dough on a work surface; drizzle with 1 Tbsp. oil, turning to coat. Stretch out to a 10" round and cover loosely with plastic wrap.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium. Cook sausage, breaking up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned in spots and cooked though, 5-8 minutes. Transfer sausage to a small bowl.
  • Remove skillet from heat and carefully lay dough inside (use spoon to help you extend dough all the way to the edges). Season with salt, then spread marinara over entire surface of dough. Top with mozzarella, then fennel, garlic, and cooked sausage. Drizzle with another 2 Tbsp. oil. Peek underneath the crust-the bottom should be golden brown and crisp from residual heat in the skillet. If it's not, set over medium-low and cook until crust is golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer skillet to oven and bake pizza on top rack until crust is golden brown around the edges and cheese is browned in spots and bubbling all over, 10-14 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then top with red pepper flakes and basil. Sprinkle with more salt and drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, preheat your cast iron skillet over medium heat for at least 5 minutes before adding the dough.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a regular baking sheet. Just be sure to grease it well.
  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh sausage, mozzarella cheese, and San Marzano tomatoes are all great choices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza. Leave some space between the toppings so they can cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the pizza. The crust should be golden brown and the cheese should be melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Cast iron sausage pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy crust, flavorful toppings, and cheesy goodness, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give this cast iron sausage pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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