Quick Gorgonzola Pizzette with Sausage and Tomato Sauce

Quick Gorgonzola Pizzette Recipe
Category: Appetizers | Serves: 4

If you’re looking for an easy yet flavorful appetizer to kick off your meal, these Quick Gorgonzola Pizzette are perfect! With a crisp dough base topped with a hearty sausage and tomato sauce, a touch of rosemary, and the creamy richness of Gorgonzola, they deliver a burst of delicious flavors in every bite. They’re quick to prepare, making them ideal for a last-minute treat or when you want to impress your guests with minimal effort. Here’s how you can make them!

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • Begin by making the dough for the pizzette. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, water, and instant yeast. Add the olive oil and softened butter, mixing with a wooden spoon until the ingredients start to come together.
   • Once the dough becomes a bit tougher, switch to using your hands to knead. Continue working the dough until it becomes smooth and uniform in texture.
   • Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature while you prepare the sauce.

2. Prepare the Sausage Sauce:

   • For the sausage sauce, start by removing the casing from the sausage and discarding it. Finely chop the shallot and add it to a pan with a splash of olive oil.
   • Sauté the shallot over medium heat for about 3 minutes until it softens and becomes aromatic.
   • Pour in the tomato passata and let it simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

3. Cook the Sausage:

   • While the sauce is simmering, heat a separate pan over high heat. Add the sausage and cook for about 10 minutes until it’s well-browned and cooked through. Avoid adding any of the rendered fat to the sauce.
   • Transfer the cooked sausage to the tomato sauce and stir well. Add a sprig of fresh rosemary for extra flavor. Let the sauce cook for another 15 minutes to let the rosemary infuse into the sauce.
   • Once the sauce has cooked, remove the rosemary sprig and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Set the sauce aside to cool slightly.

4. Form and Bake the Pizzette:

   • After the dough has rested, divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then gently flatten it into a small disc, using your fingers to press out from the center, leaving a thicker edge to form a crust. Aim for a diameter of about 12–15 cm (5–6 inches).
   • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Place the formed dough discs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Spoon the sausage and tomato sauce mixture generously over each dough base, spreading it evenly.
   • Bake the pizzette in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the dough is fully cooked.

5. Add Gorgonzola and Serve:

   • Remove the pizzette from the oven and immediately crumble the Gorgonzola over the top, allowing the heat from the pizzette to slightly melt the cheese.
   • Let the pizzette cool for a minute or two to ensure the Gorgonzola has softened, then serve hot.

Enjoy!

Serve these quick and delicious Gorgonzola pizzette as an appetizer at your next dinner party, or enjoy them for a cozy snack with friends and family. The creamy cheese, savory sausage, and herby rosemary combine to create a delightful flavor profile, sure to be a hit every time.

Nutritional Information:

This recipe balances the rich flavors of Gorgonzola with the savory sausage, making each bite utterly irresistible. Serve them warm for the best texture and flavor! Enjoy!