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Butternut Squash Sausage and Ricotta Pizza

This Butternut Squash Sausage and Ricotta Pizza is topped with creamy ricotta mixed with fresh herbs, mozzarella cheese, spicy Italian sausage and sweet roasted butternut squash.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 230 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup peeled and diced butternut squash
  • 1 link spicy or sweet Italian turkey sausage casing removed
  • 1/2 cup part skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons Pepitas unsalted

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400° F. and line a baking sheet with foil. Dump the butternut squash onto the pan and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss until coated and then place it in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until fork tender. Once the squash is finished roasting, turn the heat up to 500° F.
  2. While the squash roasts, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking oil and add in the Italian sausage with the casing removed. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to crumble the sausage. Once it's cooked through, remove it from the skillet and onto a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess grease.
  3. In a small bowl combine the ricotta, spices, herbs, and season with salt and pepper. Stir together until combined.
  4. Remove the squash and foil from the baking sheet and add enough olive oil to the pan so that the bottom is coated. Place the pizza dough on the pan and use your hands to stretch and form it into a oval or rectangle.
  5. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the top of the dough. Sprinkle on the mozzarella and Parmesan, then top it with the crumbled sausage and roasted squash. Sprinkle on the pepitas and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown. Top with extra chopped herbs if desired and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 230kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 24mg (8%) Sodium 429mg (18%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 230

% Daily Value*

Calories 230kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Cholesterol 24mg 8%
Sodium 429mg 18%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.