Ingredients:
1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed ( 1 pound)
2 teaspoons cornmeal
1 3/4 cups pizza sauce
1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided ( 6 oz)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
green pepper rings
Directions:
On a lightly floured surface, roll and stretch dough into a 9 inch circle.
Cover with plastic wrap; let rest for 10 minutes.
Roll and stretch the dough into a 12 in circle.
Sprinkle corn meal into a greased 9 inch springform pan.
Place dough in pan and press 1 inch up the sides of pan.
Spread pizza sauce over crust.
Top with sausage, 1 cup cheese, oregano and green pepper.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Remove to a wire rack; let stand for 5 minutes before removing sides of pan.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 15 min.
Time total: 40 min.