Sausage and Pesto Margherita Pizza Recipe

This recipe combines the classic flavors of a margherita pizza with the savory goodness of sausage and the bold taste of pesto. The result is a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1/2 cup basil pesto
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 8 ounces cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Spread the basil pesto evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the pesto.
5. Evenly distribute the cooked sausage and cherry tomatoes over the cheese.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
9. Slice and serve hot. Enjoy!

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