Who says pizza has to be boring? Let’s take your taste buds on a joyride through tangy, savory, and zesty flavors with this Broccolini, Sausage, and Lemon Deep-Dish Pizza featuring our signature Tuscan Evening seasoning.
Get ready to swap your usual pepperoni pie for something bold and unforgettable. Crispy edges, gooey cheese, bright broccolini, and the zing of lemon make every bite a mini-vacation to Italy—no plane ticket required. And with our Tuscan Evening seasoning, you’ll feel like a gourmet chef without breaking a sweat.
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 lb pizza dough, at room temperature
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella, roughly torn
1/3 cup whole-milk ricotta
Grated zest of 1 lemon
4 oz broccolini, cut into ½-inch pieces
Kosher salt, to taste
4 oz Italian pork sausage
Freshly grated Parmesan, to taste Tuscan Evening seasoning, to taste
Optional: crushed red pepper, to taste
For Optional Marinara Sauce:
1 can organic tomato sauce
2–3 Tbsp Tuscan Evening seasoning
Instructions
Preheat & Prep Preheat your oven to 450°F. Swirl olive oil around the bottom and sides of a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or a 10-inch round cake pan.
Shape the Dough Pat the pizza dough into the skillet, letting it cover the bottom and rise about an inch up the sides.
Layer the Cheese & Zest Scatter the garlic and mozzarella over the dough, then add dollops of ricotta. Sprinkle lemon zest evenly across the top for that citrusy punch.
Add Veggies & Sausage Toss broccolini with a drizzle of olive oil, then scatter over the pizza. Season lightly with salt. Pinch small pieces of sausage and distribute evenly.
Bake to Perfection Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. The cheese should be melty with a few golden spots.
Finish & Flavor Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan, crushed red pepper (if using), and a generous shake of Tuscan Evening all over. Carefully loosen the edges with a knife or spatula and transfer to a cutting board.
Optional Marinara Magic Mix tomato sauce with 2–3 Tbsp Tuscan Evening for a dipping or drizzling sauce alongside your masterpiece.
This Broccolini, Sausage, and Lemon Deep-Dish Pizza is perfect for dinner parties, date nights, or any time you want a slice of gourmet heaven. Crispy, cheesy, zesty, and herbaceous, it’s a pizza that demands attention.
Pro Tip
Cheese Swap: Feel free to try fontina or provolone for a different cheesy twist.
Veggie Variations: Broccolini is the star, but asparagus or baby spinach works too.
Make Ahead: Prepare dough and toppings ahead for a stress-free pizza night.
Tuscan Evening Magic: Sprinkle generously—the herb blend elevates every bite!
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Ingredients
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 lb pizza dough, at room temperature
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella, roughly torn
1/3 cup whole-milk ricotta
Grated zest of 1 lemon
4 oz broccolini, cut into ½-inch pieces
Kosher salt, to taste
4 oz Italian pork sausage
Freshly grated Parmesan, to taste Tuscan Evening seasoning, to taste
Optional: crushed red pepper, to taste
For Optional Marinara Sauce:
1 can organic tomato sauce
2–3 Tbsp Tuscan Evening seasoning
Instructions
Preheat & Prep Preheat your oven to 450°F. Swirl olive oil around the bottom and sides of a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or a 10-inch round cake pan.
Shape the Dough Pat the pizza dough into the skillet, letting it cover the bottom and rise about an inch up the sides.
Layer the Cheese & Zest Scatter the garlic and mozzarella over the dough, then add dollops of ricotta. Sprinkle lemon zest evenly across the top for that citrusy punch.
Add Veggies & Sausage Toss broccolini with a drizzle of olive oil, then scatter over the pizza. Season lightly with salt. Pinch small pieces of sausage and distribute evenly.
Bake to Perfection Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking at 20 minutes. The cheese should be melty with a few golden spots.
Finish & Flavor Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan, crushed red pepper (if using), and a generous shake of Tuscan Evening all over. Carefully loosen the edges with a knife or spatula and transfer to a cutting board.
Optional Marinara Magic Mix tomato sauce with 2–3 Tbsp Tuscan Evening for a dipping or drizzling sauce alongside your masterpiece.
This Broccolini, Sausage, and Lemon Deep-Dish Pizza is perfect for dinner parties, date nights, or any time you want a slice of gourmet heaven. Crispy, cheesy, zesty, and herbaceous, it’s a pizza that demands attention.
Pro Tip
Cheese Swap: Feel free to try fontina or provolone for a different cheesy twist.
Veggie Variations: Broccolini is the star, but asparagus or baby spinach works too.
Make Ahead: Prepare dough and toppings ahead for a stress-free pizza night.
Tuscan Evening Magic: Sprinkle generously—the herb blend elevates every bite!
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