Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages
A savory pizza topped with spicy turkey pepperoni, assorted sausages, fresh salad, and a drizzle of creamy dressing, inspired by Mo's Burger & Pizza. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 32 minutes pairs pizza dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 750 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 250 g pizza dough
- 100 ml tomato sauce
- 150 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 50 g cooked pork sausage, sliced
- 50 g cooked beef sausage, sliced
- 60 g turkey pepperoni slices
- 50 g mixed salad leaves
- 30 ml ranch dressing
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside to simulate a wood-fired oven.
- Step 2: Roll out 250 g of pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it onto a pizza peel or baking sheet.
- Step 3: Spread 100 ml of tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle 150 g shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Step 4: Arrange 50 g each of sliced cooked pork and beef sausages and 60 g turkey pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
- Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the toppings to help crisp the crust.
- Step 6: Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Step 7: Remove the pizza and immediately top with 50 g mixed salad leaves. Drizzle 30 ml ranch dressing over the salad for a fresh contrast. Slice and serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages?
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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages?
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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Turkey Pepperoni and Mixed Sausages?
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.
