Bold Oblong Pizza with Spicy Sausage and Roasted Peppers

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A boldly flavored oblong pizza featuring spicy Italian sausage, sweet roasted red peppers, and a blend of mozzarella and provolone cheeses on a thin, hand-stretched crust. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 35 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, (110°F) warm water, (1 packet) active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (110°F) warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 8 oz spicy Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup provolone cheese, shredded
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast in 1 cup warm water (110°F). Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Step 2: Add 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Step 3: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: Preheat the oven to 475°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and roll it into an oblong shape approximately 14x8 inches. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
7. Step 7: Crumble and sauté 8 oz spicy Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through, then evenly distribute over the sauce.
8. Step 8: Scatter 1/2 cup sliced roasted red bell peppers over the sausage, then sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese on top.
9. Step 9: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
10. Step 10: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
11. Step 11: Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, slice, and serve.