Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 pizza crust (whole-wheat)
  • 1 lb sausage
  • 6 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 sweet onion (sliced)
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup kale
  • 1 tbsp basil
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp cornmeal
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 450F or 500F (whichever your skillet can handle)
  • Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink
  • Meanwhile, cut the onion into thin slices
  • Remove the sausage from the pan and place on a towel-lined plate
  • Without cleaning the pan, add two tablespoons of oil, the sliced onions, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • Cook the onions for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown and softened then remove from the heat
  • In a food processor, combine the kale, basil, parmesan, garlic, 2 tablespoons of oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until smooth
  • Heat an oven-safe 12-inch skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil and cornmeal and swirl to coat the pan
  • Stretch the dough over the pan to cover the bottom and sides of the pan
  • Cook dough over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until the dough starts to bubble
  • Quickly spread the pesto on the dough, then top with the cooked sausage, onions, mozzarella cheese, and crushed red pepper
  • Brush any exposed crust edges with oil
  • Place the entire skillet in the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese has melted