Sausage and Pepper Flatbread with Two Cheeses

If you love the classic combination of sausage, peppers and cheese, you’ll adore this flatbread version. Instead of a bulky hoagie, we use crispy flatbread as the base, topped with a rich tomato sauce, sweet roasted peppers, savory sausage and two kinds of melted cheese. It’s a quick and delicious dinner that brings the flavors of the ballpark to your table.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. With pre-measured ingredients and simple steps, you can have a homemade flatbread that tastes like it came from a pizzeria. The combination of mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheese creates a gooey, golden topping that pairs perfectly with the spicy sausage and tender vegetables.

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Ingredients

1 unit Red OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Long Green PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

9 ounce Italian Pork SausageView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Tomato PasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit FlatbreadsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Monterey Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Vegetable OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry all produce. Halve, peel and cut onion into ½-inch-thick wedges. Slice top off green pepper, core, then cut into ½-inch-thick rounds.
2. Toss onion and green pepper on a lightly oiled baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Add sausage to sheet. Roast on top rack, flipping halfway through, until veggies are tender and sausage is cooked through, 15-17 minutes. (For 4 servings, divide between 2 sheets if needed.)
3. Meanwhile, add ¼ cup water and 2 tablespoons butter to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until water is hot and butter has melted, about 1 minute. Whisk in tomato paste until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Once roasted, remove veggies and sausage from baking sheet. Place flatbreads on same sheet. (For 4 servings, divide between both sheets.) Toast on top rack until golden, 3-4 minutes. Meanwhile, slice sausage into ½-inch-thick pieces on a diagonal.
5. Once flatbreads are toasted, remove from oven and heat broiler to high or oven to 500°F. Evenly spread flatbreads with sauce, then top with cheeses, sausage and veggies. Season with salt and pepper. Broil or bake until cheeses have melted and flatbreads are golden brown, 3-5 minutes. (For 4 servings, broil or bake in batches.) Watch carefully to avoid burning.
6. Allow flatbreads to cool slightly, then slice into pieces. Serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of sausage?

Yes, you can substitute with chicken or turkey sausage or even a plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

The flatbreads are best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep the roasted vegetables and sauce in advance. Assemble and bake just before serving.

What can I use instead of flatbread?

You can use naan, pita bread or even a pre-baked pizza crust as a substitute.