1 pound pizza dough
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing
8 ounces Italian sausage, mild or spicy
2 teaspoons cornmeal, optional
\u00bd 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
\u00bc cup cooked bacon, \u00bc” dice, about 2 slices
\u00bc teaspoon oregano, fresh or dried, optional
\u00bc teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preheat the Oven \u2013 Set the oven rack to the lower position and the temperature to 500\u00baF (260\u00baC).
Prepare the Dough \u2013 Allow the prepared pizza dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Cook the Sausage \u2013 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 \u2013 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 \u2013 On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle\u2014transfer to the baking sheet. Press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about \u00bd-inch tall and wide. Brush olive oil on the edges to make the crust crispier when baked.
Add the Toppings \u2013 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 \u2013 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 \u2013 Immediately slice with a pizza cutter and serve while still hot.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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