Sausage Feta Honey Pizza
This delightful pizza combines savory Italian sausage, creamy feta cheese, and a drizzle of honey, creating a perfect balance of flavors that makes it a perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast Can substitute with instant yeast.
- 1.5 cups warm water Should be around 110°F to activate yeast.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Topping Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage May substitute with plant-based sausage.
- 1 medium red onion Chopped.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 6 ounces feta cheese Can use goat cheese or mozzarella as a substitute.
- 0.25 cup honey Adjust according to taste.
- 0.25 cup olive oil For sautéing and drizzling.
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves Chopped.
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients before you start cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, measure out the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- In a smaller bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water and let it rest for about five minutes until frothy.
- Mix in the olive oil and then combine with the dry ingredients.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured countertop and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Shape into a ball, place in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with a kitchen towel.
- Let the dough rise in a warm area for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F.
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces. Drain the excess fat.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped red onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out to your desired shape and thickness.
- Spread the cooked sausage over the pizza base, followed by the sautéed onions and garlic.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the top and drizzle honey across.
- Top with fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes.
- Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.