Sausage and Pepper Pizza Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
• 3 cups torn fresh spinach
• 1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
• 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
• 1-1/2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, optional