Italian Spinach Pizza
320kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 loaf Frozen bread dough ideal for a quick-and-easy homemade base
For the Sausage Mixture
- 1 pound Hot Italian sausage can substitute with mild sausage
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil used for cooking
For the Spinach Filling
- 1 cup Frozen chopped spinach thaw and drain well
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder or use fresh onions if preferred
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder with parsley fresh garlic works beautifully
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper fresh ground is best
For the Toppings
- 2 medium Plum tomatoes optional, for added freshness
- 6 slices Sliced provolone cheese melts beautifully
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese classic pizza choice
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
For Garnishing
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil for garnish
- 2 tablespoons Additional grated Parmesan for extra flavor
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease your baking sheet or pizza pan.
- Cook the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil and add the thawed, drained spinach. Season with onion powder, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper, cooking for 3-5 minutes.
- Roll out the thawed bread dough on a floured surface to fit your pan and transfer it to the greased baking sheet.
- Layer the cooked sausage over the dough, followed by the sautéed spinach mixture.
- Top with sliced provolone, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally, layer sliced tomatoes on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional grated Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories320kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein15gFat15gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat7gCholesterol40mgSodium700mgPotassium300mgFiber2gSugar3gVitamin A20IUVitamin C10mgCalcium25mgIron10mg
Notes
For added heat, consider using red pepper flakes as a topping. Ensure the bread dough is fully thawed for easy rolling.