Fennel and Sausage Pizza

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pizza crust: 1 large, pre-made pizza crust or homemade dough
• Fennel bulbs: 2, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
• Sausage: 1 package (about 200 grams), sliced
• Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup, sliced or shredded
• Pizza sauce: 1 cup
• Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Prepare the pizza crust as desired, either by purchasing a pre-made crust or making your own dough.
3. Thinly slice the fennel bulbs and sausage.
4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly on the pizza crust.
5. Layer the sliced fennel and sausage on top of the pizza sauce.
6. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the fennel and sausage.
7. Season with dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

(Based on average values and may vary depending on specific ingredients used)

• Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (assuming 8 equal slices)
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of flavors with sweet fennel and savory sausage on a pizza crust.
• A hearty and satisfying dish that appeals to American taste preferences.
• Excellent as a main course or for a party snack.

User Comments:

1. "This is an interesting combination of flavors! The fennel gives a nice, sweet contrast to the sausage."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it's still impressive enough for a dinner party."
3. "The pizza crust is crispy and the sauce is just perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to thinly slice the fennel bulbs to ensure even cooking and better flavor integration.
• Use a pre-made pizza crust or homemade dough that you prefer. If making your own dough, follow the instructions on the package for best results.
• Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or oregano if desired.