Sausage & Mushroom Pesto Pizza
Sausage & Mushroom Pesto Pizza
30 minutes total
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Mushroom
- Pesto Sauce
- Pork/Sausage
- Protein
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weeknight
Homemade Pizzas can be elevated without being overcomplicated. This easy pizza recipe relies on pre-baked crusts topped with Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto. Brown crispy sausage and sauteed mushrooms are spread evenly across each pizza with tomatoes, creamy goat cheese and fresh basil. Try this simple yet delicious appetizer recipe for your next gathering!
Sandwich and Pizza Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 4
| ½ | Jar Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto |
| 2 | Pre-baked pizza crust |
| 1 | Pint multi-color cherry tomatoes, halved |
| ½ | Pound cooked Italian sausage, crumbled |
| 6 | Ounces cooked cremini mushrooms, sliced |
| 2 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| ¼ | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 8 | Ounces goat cheese |
| ¼ | Cup fresh basil, sliced thin |
| To taste | Sea salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425° F. spread pesto on pizza crusts.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium-heat add olive oil and mushrooms. Cook for 2-3 minutes and then add sausage. Cook sausage until done, 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Top pizza crusts with sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, and goat cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Garnish with Parmigiano cheese and basil.
Rustic Basil Pesto Sauce
Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheeses. It is a flavorful complement to a variety of dishes your whole family will enjoy.
- Pack size 6.5 oz.
- Range Pesto Sauce