Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
13.88 unit

refrigerated pizza crust

unrolled

0.5 lb

fresh mushrooms

sliced

1 unit

red onion

chopped

2 tbsp

butter

unsalted

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 cup

alfredo sauce

prepared

0.5 tsp

dried thyme

6 unit

Baby Spinach

0.5 lb

italian chicken sausage

cooked, sliced

2 cup

shredded smoked gouda cheese

shredded

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Grease a 15 x 10 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Unroll pizza dough into the prepared pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Flatten the dough and build up edges slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 6
~3 min

While the crust is baking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

Add sliced mushrooms and chopped red onion to the skillet.

Step 8
~3 min

Saute until tender.

Step 9
~3 min

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute longer.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir in Alfredo sauce and dried thyme.

Step 11
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12
~3 min

Spread the Alfredo sauce mixture evenly over the pre-baked pizza crust.

Step 13
~3 min

Top with baby spinach, sliced Italian chicken sausage, and shredded smoked Gouda cheese.

Step 14
~3 min

Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is browned and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Step 15
~3 min

Use a pizza cutter to slice into 10 pieces.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, pre-bake the crust for a longer time.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.

Use fresh garlic for a more intense garlic flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pizza dough can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Caesar salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular and customizable dish for gatherings and family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Pizza Night

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Family meal
Game day

Popularity Score

70/100

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