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Sausage Ricotta Hot Honey Pizza

Savor the Flavor: Sausage Ricotta Hot Honey Pizza Magic

Enjoy the irresistible Sausage Ricotta Hot Honey Pizza that combines savory sausage, creamy ricotta, and sweet heat from hot honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
Toppings
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Remove casings before use
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Whole-milk for added richness
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded preferred
  • 1/4 cup Hot Honey Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Your favorite or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing the dough
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Pizza Stone
  • Rolling Pin
  • pizza wheel

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage for 5-7 minutes until golden and no longer pink.
  3. On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough into a 12-14 inch circle.
  4. Brush olive oil over the dough surface and spread pizza sauce evenly.
  5. Sprinkle half the mozzarella, then add the cooked sausage, dollops of ricotta, and remaining mozzarella.
  6. Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden-brown and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Remove from the oven, drizzle hot honey on top, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  8. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pair with a refreshing side salad or a light beer for an ideal meal experience.

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