Bechamel Base Pizza With Ground Sausage, Rosemary Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, And Fresh Mozzarella Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Prepare the Bechamel Sauce

   In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually add 2 cups of milk, whisking until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. 2

   Cook the Ground Sausage

   In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. 3

   Caramelize the Onions

   In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until the onions are caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.

4. 4

   Sauté the Mushrooms

   In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and fresh rosemary. Sauté until the mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.

5. 5

   Assemble the Pizza

   Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Spread the Bechamel sauce evenly over the dough. Top with cooked ground sausage, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and slices of fresh mozzarella.

6. 6

   Bake the Pizza

   Transfer the assembled pizza to a pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.