Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for brushing)
  • 8 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 2 teaspoons cornmeal (optional)
  • ½ cup pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 ounce pepperoni (8 slices)
  • 1 ounce Canadian bacon (2 slices, cut into smaller pieces)
  • ¼ cup cooked bacon (¼-inch dice, about 2 slices)
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano (fresh or dried, optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instruction

  • Preheat the Oven - Set the oven rack to the lower position and the temperature to 500ºF (260ºC).
  • Prepare the Dough - Allow the prepared pizza dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Cook the Sausage - In a medium skillet or saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meat, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned, about 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool while preparing the rest of the pizza.
  • Prepare the Pan - Lightly brush a large baking sheet with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal on the pan if desired for a crunchy crust texture.
  • Shape the Dough - On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle—transfer to the baking sheet. Use fingers to press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about ½-inch tall and wide.Brush olive oil on the edges to make the crust crispier when baked.
  • Add the Toppings - Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, followed by the mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, and bacon. Sprinkle on oregano and red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • Bake - On the lowest oven rack, cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Serve - Immediately slice and serve while still hot.