Low Sodium Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Low Sodium Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza, a healthier twist on a beloved classic. Featuring a golden, crispy-edged crust and a rich layer of low-sodium cheeses, this pizza is loaded with savory sausage seasoned with fennel, garlic, onion, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Topped with no-salt-added tomato sauce and baked in a traditional Detroit-style pan, it boasts that iconic caramelized cheese crust while remaining heart-conscious. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a delicious deep-dish pizza without excess sodium, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Finish it with fresh basil for a pop of color and flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Instant dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup No salt added tomato sauce
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 1 teaspoon Ground fennel seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1.5 cups Low sodium mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups Low sodium brick cheese, cubed
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.25 cups warm water, 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add 3 tablespoons olive oil to the yeast mixture, then gradually mix in 3.25 cups all-purpose flour until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm environment for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, combine 0.5 pound ground pork, 1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon onion powder, and 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook until the sausage is browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch Detroit-style pizza pan or a similar baking dish.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and stretch it out to fit the oiled pan, making sure it reaches the edges and corners.
Spread 1 cup no salt added tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
Evenly distribute 1.5 cups shredded low sodium mozzarella and 1.5 cups cubed low sodium brick cheese over the sauce, ensuring some cheese touches the edges to create a crispy crust edge.
Sprinkle the cooked sausage uniformly over the top of the cheese layer.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, serve, and enjoy your low sodium Detroit pan style sausage cheese pizza.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.2 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.7 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1123 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 353.8 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 223.4 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3974 mg | 306% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1710 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
