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Autumn Naan Pizzas: Cozy Fall Comfort on Your Table Recipe

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These Autumn Naan Pizzas offer a cozy fall comfort with a delightful blend of creamy pumpkin puree, savory sausage, caramelized shallots, and melted cheeses on a perfectly crispy naan bread base. Finished with fresh sage and a drizzle of hot honey, they bring a spicy-sweet kick perfect for a seasonal treat.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 4 pieces Naan breads (Perfectly crispy and fluffy)

Spread and Seasoning

  • 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree (Can use fresh puree for added freshness)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano (Can be replaced with Italian seasoning)

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 pound Ground sausage (Pork, turkey, or chicken; plant-based option for vegetarian)
  • 1 cup Caramelized shallots (Substitute with onions if necessary)

Cheeses

  • 1 cup Fontina cheese (Greatly complements the other ingredients)
  • 1 cup Whole-milk ricotta cheese (Substitute with cream cheese or mascarpone if desired)

Herbs and Oils

  • 1 tablespoon Fresh sage leaves (Can substitute with thyme or rosemary)
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil (Neutral oil can be used as a substitute)

Toppings

  • 2 tablespoons Hot honey (For a spicy-sweet kick)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the naan and melt the cheeses evenly.
  2. Sauté Shallots: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced shallots and cook for about 4-5 minutes until softened and caramelized for that rich, sweet flavor.
  3. Cook Sausage: Add the ground sausage to the skillet with the shallots. Cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it up as it browns, ensuring it’s fully cooked and flavorful.
  4. Prepare the Naan Bases: Lay out the naan breads on a large baking sheet. Spread each piece evenly with the pumpkin puree and sprinkle dried oregano over the top to infuse aromatic seasoning.
  5. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle Fontina cheese generously over the pumpkin layer, followed by the cooked sausage and caramelized shallots. Add dollops of whole-milk ricotta cheese across each naan.
  6. Add Fresh Herbs: Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over fresh sage leaves and scatter them evenly on top of the pizzas for an herbal freshness.
  7. Bake the Pizzas: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the naan is golden and crispy and the cheeses are melted and bubbly.
  8. Finish with Hot Honey: Remove the pizzas from the oven and immediately drizzle hot honey over the top to add a spicy-sweet finishing touch. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Substitute canned pumpkin puree with fresh homemade pumpkin puree for a fresher taste.
  • Use turkey, chicken, or plant-based ground sausage for different dietary preferences.
  • Replace shallots with onions if shallots are not available.
  • Italian seasoning can be used instead of dried oregano for a slightly different herb profile.
  • For cheeses, cream cheese or mascarpone can replace ricotta for varied creaminess.
  • Thyme or rosemary can be used in place of fresh sage leaves for an alternative herbal flavor.
  • Neutral oil like canola can substitute extra-virgin olive oil if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey according to your preference for spice and sweetness.

Keywords: niaan pizza, autumn recipe, pumpkin puree pizza, sausage pizza, fall comfort food, caramelized shallots, ricotta cheese, fontina cheese, hot honey pizza

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