Description
A delicious and hearty Turkey Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Pizza combining savory turkey sausage, slightly bitter broccoli rabe, and melted cheeses on a crispy homemade or store-bought dough. Ready in just 30 minutes, this pizza offers a balanced blend of flavors perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 ball of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Cornmeal or flour (for stretching dough)
Toppings
- 3/4 lb turkey sausage, casings removed
- 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Lightly dust your working surface with cornmeal or flour to prevent sticking. Stretch or roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape and thickness, ready to be topped.
- Cook the Turkey Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the turkey sausage until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside, leaving some rendered fat in the skillet.
- Sauté the Broccoli Rabe: Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet with the sausage fat, then add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped broccoli rabe, red pepper flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt and black pepper, sautéing until wilted and tender, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C), ideally with a pizza stone inside to ensure a crispy crust.
- Assemble the Pizza: Brush the stretched dough lightly with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the surface. Distribute cooked turkey sausage and sautéed broccoli rabe mixture on top. Finish by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese evenly over everything.
- Bake: Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot. Enjoy your flavorful Turkey Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Pizza!
Notes
- If broccoli rabe is too bitter for your taste, blanch it in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes before sautéing.
- You can substitute turkey sausage with Italian chicken sausage or vegetarian sausage if preferred.
- Allow the pizza dough to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before stretching for easier handling.
- Using a pizza stone or steel will yield a crisper crust, but a baking sheet works fine if you don’t have one.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your desired spice level or omit for a milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
