Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza
Hand-tossed pizza topped with spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella, and a rich tomato sauce inspired by Lombardo’s Twin Lake favorite. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 30 minutes pairs pizza dough, olive oil, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 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
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 oz casing removed Italian sausage
- 20 slices pepperoni slices
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 6 leaves, torn fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 6 oz Italian sausage (removed from casing) until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon. Set aside.
- Step 3: On a floured surface, roll out 1 lb pizza dough into a 14-inch circle. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper and brush the surface with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 4: Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around edges.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Distribute cooked sausage and 20 slices of pepperoni evenly on top.
- Step 6: Season with 1 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
- Step 7: Slide the pizza (on parchment) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Step 8: Remove pizza from oven and scatter 6 torn fresh basil leaves over the top before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lombardo’s Style Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza?
Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
