Hearty Italian Deep Dish Cottage Pizza
This Hearty Italian Deep Dish Cottage Pizza combines the comfort of a classic pizza with the wholesome goodness of cottage cheese. It's packed with flavors from Italian sausage, a medley of vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce, all layered in a thick, doughy crust. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this mouthwatering pizza is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it fresh from the oven and watch it disappear in no time!
4-6
Servings
333
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Hot roll mix
13 3/4 ounces (Prepared according to package instructions)
Bulk hot Italian sausage
1/2 lb (Cooked and browned)
Garlic clove
1 clove (Finely chopped)
Borden cottage cheese
16 ounces (Regular or low-fat)
Tomato paste
12 ounces (None)
Chopped onion
1/2 cup (Diced)
Oregano leaves
1 teaspoon (Dried)
Salt
1 teaspoon (None)
Chopped green pepper
1/2 cup (Diced)
Borden grated Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese
1/2 cup (Mixed)
Instructions
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1. Begin by preparing the hot roll mix according to the package instructions, allowing it to rise as specified.
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2. Once the dough has risen, generously grease a 15x10-inch jellyroll pan. Press the prepared dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
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3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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4. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the bulk hot Italian sausage until fully cooked. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté for an additional minute, then drain any excess fat.
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5. In a medium bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, tomato paste, chopped onion, oregano, and salt until well combined.
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6. Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the prepared dough.
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7. Evenly distribute the cooked sausage and chopped green pepper over the cottage cheese layer.
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8. Sprinkle the Borden grated Parmesan and Romano cheese over the top for a savory finish.
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9. Allow the assembled pizza to rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.
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10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly, and the crust is cooked through.
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11. Once baked, let the pizza cool slightly before slicing. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
38g
Carbs
20g
Protein
2g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Italian Deep Dish Cottage Pizza?
It is a flavorful deep dish pizza combining Italian sausage, cottage cheese, and a thick crust, baked in a jellyroll pan.
What size pan is required for this recipe?
A 15x10-inch jellyroll pan is needed for this pizza.
What is the recommended baking temperature?
The oven should be preheated and set to 375°F (190°C).
How much hot roll mix is needed?
The recipe calls for 13 3/4 ounces of hot roll mix.
What type of sausage is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 lb of bulk hot Italian sausage.
Should the sausage be cooked before adding it to the pizza?
Yes, the sausage should be browned in a skillet and drained before being added to the pizza.
Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes, you can use either regular or low-fat cottage cheese.
How much cottage cheese is included?
The recipe requires 16 ounces of cottage cheese.
What kind of tomato base is used in this pizza?
The recipe uses 12 ounces of tomato paste.
What vegetables are needed for the toppings?
The pizza is topped with 1/2 cup of chopped onion and 1/2 cup of chopped green pepper.
How much garlic should I add?
You should use one clove of finely chopped garlic.
What herbs are used for seasoning?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of dried oregano leaves.
What kind of cheese is sprinkled on top?
A 1/2 cup mixture of Borden grated Parmesan and Romano cheese is used for the topping.
How long does the assembled pizza need to rise?
The pizza should rise in a warm place for 30 minutes before baking.
What is the baking time?
The pizza bakes for 20 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the pizza is done?
The pizza is done when the cheese is golden and bubbly and the crust is cooked through.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe serves 4 to 6 people.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 333 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 20 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving has 38 grams of carbohydrates.
Does this pizza contain fiber?
Yes, there are 2 grams of fiber per serving.
How should I prepare the pan?
You should generously grease the jellyroll pan before pressing the dough into it.
What is the first step in preparing the dough?
Prepare the hot roll mix according to the package instructions and allow it to rise.
What goes into the cottage cheese mixture?
Mix the cottage cheese with tomato paste, chopped onion, oregano, and salt.
How do I handle the garlic during cooking?
Add the garlic to the browned sausage and sauté for one minute before draining.
Where is the green pepper placed?
The green pepper is distributed evenly over the sausage and cottage cheese layer.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store any leftover pizza in the refrigerator.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Yes, it is a mouthwatering pizza sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Can I use fresh oregano instead of dried?
The recipe specifies dried oregano leaves, but fresh can be used if adjusted for potency.