Ingredients
– 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 bratwurst sausages, casings removed
– 1 cup pizza sauce
– 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
– ½ cup sliced red onion
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh basil leaves (for garnish, optional)
– Red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
Instructions
Creating your own Bratwurst Pizza is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking.
2. Cook the Bratwurst: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the bratwurst, breaking it into smaller pieces. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Prepare the Pizza Base: Roll out your pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Place it on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. Add Pizza Sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Layer with Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Add Cooked Bratwurst: Distribute the cooked bratwurst evenly over the cheese layer.
7. Add Vegetables: Scatter the sliced bell peppers and red onion over the bratwurst.
8. Finish with Cheese: Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
9. Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
10. Garnish: Remove the pizza from the oven. If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
11. Slice and Serve: Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice it into wedges and serve hot.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating a delicious Bratwurst Pizza that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 25g