Brown Butter Sausage Apple
“Sausage and caramelized onion on brown butter sage — Thanksgiving on a pizza.”
Brown Butter Sausage Apple is what happens when Thanksgiving dinner becomes a pizza. Crumbled sage-studded sausage and deeply caramelized onions sit atop brown butter sage sauce, covered in melty Fontina cheese. Crispy fried sage leaves and chili flakes add texture and warmth. It is the kind of pizza that makes you want to gather everyone around the table.
Sauce
Brown Butter-Sage SauceToppings
Base Cheese
mozzarella
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of sausage pairs best with brown butter sage?
Sage-flavored breakfast sausage or sweet Italian sausage both work wonderfully. The sage in the sausage echoes the sage in the sauce, creating a deeply cohesive flavor throughout the pizza.
Can I add actual apple slices?
Thin slices of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apple make a great addition. Add them raw before baking — they will soften and caramelize in the oven, adding a sweet-tart element that pairs beautifully with the sausage and brown butter.
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