Calabrese Recipe
Calabrese is a flavorful Italian sausage made with a blend of spices, perfect for adding a zesty kick to your dishes.
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Ingredients
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Calabrese Pizza Ingredients
Method
Preparation and Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
- 2
Add the Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- 3
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add the spicy Italian sausage, sliced red bell pepper, and sliced red onion on top.
- 4
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the toppings. Sprinkle oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza onto a pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.