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Autumn Naan Pizzas Recipe

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Delight in these Autumn Naan Pizzas, a perfect blend of seasonal flavors featuring creamy pumpkin puree, savory ground sausage, caramelized shallots, and a trio of cheeses on crispy, fluffy naan bread. Topped with fresh sage and a drizzle of hot honey, these pizzas offer a unique sweet and spicy kick perfect for cozy fall meals.

Ingredients

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Breads and Base

  • 4 pieces Naan breads (perfectly crispy and fluffy)
  • 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree (can use fresh puree for added freshness)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano (can be replaced with Italian seasoning)

Protein and Vegetables

  • 1 pound Ground sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken; plant-based option for vegetarian)
  • 1 cup Caramelized shallots (substitute with onions if necessary)

Cheeses

  • 1 cup Fontina cheese (greatly complements the other ingredients)
  • 1 cup Whole-milk ricotta cheese (substitute with cream cheese or mascarpone if desired)

Herbs and Oils

  • 1 tablespoon Fresh sage leaves (can substitute with thyme or rosemary)
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil (neutral oil can be used as a substitute)

Finishing

  • 2 tablespoons Hot honey (for a spicy-sweet kick)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get it ready for baking the pizzas to a golden crisp.
  2. Sauté shallots: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced shallots and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are soft and caramelized.
  3. Cook the sausage: Add ground sausage to the skillet with shallots and cook for 6-7 minutes until thoroughly browned and cooked through.
  4. Prepare naan bases: Lay out the naan breads on a large baking sheet. Spread each with a layer of pumpkin puree and sprinkle evenly with dried oregano.
  5. Assemble pizzas: Sprinkle Fontina cheese over the pumpkin puree on each naan, then top with the cooked sausage and caramelized shallots. Add generous dollops of ricotta cheese on top.
  6. Add herbs and oil: Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over fresh sage leaves and scatter them across the pizzas for aromatic flavor.
  7. Bake the pizzas: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheeses are melted, and the edges of the naan are golden and crispy.
  8. Finish with hot honey: Remove the pizzas from the oven and drizzle hot honey generously over the top for a sweet and spicy finishing touch before serving.

Notes

  • You can use fresh pumpkin puree for a fresher flavor instead of canned.
  • Plant-based sausage works well if you want a vegetarian option.
  • Substitute caramelized shallots with caramelized onions if needed.
  • Use thyme or rosemary in place of sage for a different herbal note.
  • Neutral oils like canola or vegetable oil can replace olive oil if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey to taste for desired spice level.

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