I wish I had been feeling better earlier in the week on October 11th which was National Sausage Pizza Day because I would have ordered a Sausage Pizza for me and my brother for dinner that evening. The only question is who has Sausage that isn’t spicy? Dominoe’s Pizza is too hot for me.
I’m not sure about Pizza Huts Sausage Pizza. Although, I could make my own Deep-dish Sausage Pizza using the recipe I’ve shared with you below. Also, I would need to find out what flavor of Pizza Charlie and David would like because neither of them is too crazy about a Sausage Pizza because they don’t know what’s good.
National Sausage Pizza Day is celebrated on October 11th, and you should get ready to celebrate one of the tastiest food holidays of the year! Every October 11th, pizza lovers unite to honor the delicious combination of zesty sausage and gooey cheese atop a golden crust. Whether you prefer spicy Italian sausage or a milder blend, National Sausage Pizza Day is all about indulging in your favorite slice.
Ways to Celebrate:
- Order in or dine out at your favorite pizzeria and go all-in on sausage toppings.
- Host a pizza party with friends or family and make your own sausage pizzas with creative twists.
- Share the love on social media using #NationalSausagePizzaDay — post your pizza pics, recipes, or pizza-themed memes.
Fun Pizza Fact:
Sausage is consistently ranked among the top three most popular pizza toppings in the U.S., right alongside pepperoni and mushrooms.
Feeling hungry yet? If you want, I can help you find the best sausage pizza spots near North Richland Hills or even suggest some unique recipes to try at home. Just leave me a comment with what you’re looking for, and I will get to work on it.
In the meantime, here’s a hearty and flavorful recipe for Deep Dish Sausage Pizza
Deep Dish Sausage Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 packet (¼ oz) active dry yeast
- ⅔ cup warm water (110°–115°F)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1½ tsp each dried oregano, basil, and marjoram
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- ½ tsp onion salt
For the toppings:
- 4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 medium green peppers, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
- 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, well drained
- 2 oz sliced pepperoni
Instructions
- Make the dough:
- Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 cup flour, oil, and seasonings; beat until smooth.
- Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough.
- Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic (6–8 minutes).
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare the crust:
- Punch down dough and roll into a 15-inch circle.
- Transfer to a greased 12-inch ovenproof skillet or round baking pan, letting crust drape over the edge.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella.
- Sauté vegetables:
- In a skillet, sauté green peppers and onion in olive oil with additional oregano, basil, and marjoram until tender. Drain.
- Layer the pizza:
- Add half the sautéed vegetables, half the Parmesan, sausage, and tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with 2 cups mozzarella.
- Repeat layers and fold crust over to form an edge.
- Bake:
- Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
- Add pepperoni and remaining 1 cup mozzarella.
- Bake 10–15 minutes more until crust is browned.
- Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
This Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza recipe yields 8 servings and is perfect for a cozy night in or feeding a hungry crowd. If you want to explore variations like adding mushrooms or switching up the cheese blend? I’ve got ideas! Just leave me a comment with what you’re looking for below and I will get to work on it.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
