BRUSCHETTA PIZZA

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You might need a knife and fork for this hearty pizza! Loaded with Italian flavor and plenty of fresh tomatoes, it's bound to become a family favorite. It's even better with a homemade, whole wheat crust! -Debra Kell, Owasso, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1/2 pound reduced-fat bulk pork sausage
1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1 package (6 ounces) sliced turkey pepperoni
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1-1/2 cups chopped plum tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Place crust on an ungreased baking sheet. Top with pepperoni, sausage and cheese. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted., In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, sliced basil, oil, garlic, thyme, vinegar, salt and pepper. Spoon over pizza. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 1044mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.