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Autumn Naan Pizzas: Cozy Fall Comfort on Your Table Recipe

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These Autumn Naan Pizzas combine the cozy flavors of fall with a fluffy naan base, topped with a savory blend of ground sausage, caramelized shallots, pumpkin puree, and melted cheeses. Finished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of spicy-sweet hot honey, this recipe is perfect for a comforting seasonal meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 4 pieces Naan breads (Perfectly crispy and fluffy)

Sauce & Seasoning

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

Meat & 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)

Finishing Touches

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the naan pizzas until crispy and golden.
  2. Sauté Shallots: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced shallots and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until they soften and caramelize, enhancing their sweetness.
  3. Cook Sausage: Add the ground sausage to the skillet with the shallots and cook for 6-7 minutes until it is browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally to crumble it evenly.
  4. Prepare Naan Base: Lay the naan breads out on a large baking sheet. Spread an even layer of pumpkin puree over each naan and sprinkle with dried oregano for aromatic flavor.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle Fontina cheese generously over the pumpkin puree. Then distribute the sautéed sausage and shallots evenly atop the cheese. Add dollops of ricotta cheese to create creamy bursts in each bite.
  6. Add Herbs and Oil: Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over fresh sage leaves and scatter these fragrant leaves atop the pizzas to infuse herbal notes during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the naan edges turn golden and crispy.
  8. Finish and Serve: Remove the pizzas from the oven and drizzle hot honey over the top for a spicy-sweet finish right before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute fresh pumpkin puree for canned to enhance freshness.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace ground sausage with a plant-based sausage alternative.
  • Onions can be used instead of shallots if unavailable.
  • Dried oregano can be swapped with Italian seasoning for a different herb profile.
  • Ricotta cheese can be substituted with cream cheese or mascarpone for creaminess variation.
  • Use neutral oil instead of extra-virgin olive oil if preferred for a milder flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey to balance the spiciness to your preference.

Keywords: Autumn Naan Pizzas, Pumpkin Pizza, Fall Recipes, Sausage Pizza, Comfort Food, Easy Pizza Recipe, Savory Pumpkin

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