Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza

Italian Sausage and pepperoni both lean savory and spicy, so the pairing doubles down on what each does best instead of competing.

Fennel-spiced Italian sausage adds a hearty, aromatic richness to any pizza. America's most beloved pizza topping, delivering a bold, slightly spicy kick with every crispy-edged slice. On a San Marzano Red Sauce base, the sauce's sweet and bright acidity character ties the two together.

Best Sauces for This Pairing

Frequently Asked Questions

What sauce goes best with Italian sausage and pepperoni pizza?

San Marzano Red Sauce is the strongest match. Its sweet, bright acidity and herbaceous profile supports both Italian sausage and pepperoni without crowding them. Calabrian Chili Oil Base is a good second choice if you want a different direction.

What else goes well with Italian sausage and pepperoni on pizza?

Caramelized onion and mushrooms all pair well with both toppings, so any of them can join without unbalancing the pizza. Add one rather than all of them: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each one distinct.

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