Ingredients
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1 (2 1/2 lb) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
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16 fresh sage leaves (chopped finely, about 1 tablespoon)
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4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
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1 teaspoon salt (divided)
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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2 garlic cloves (minced)
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
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8 ounces mozzarella cheese (or vegan cheese)
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2 large prepared pizza crust (or 6 pitas)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine squash, half the chopped sage, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Transfer to 9x13 baking dish and roast, uncovered 40 minutes at 425 or until fork tender and starting to brown on the tops.
- While squash is roasting, combine remaining oil, salt, oregano, red pepper and garlic in a small saucepan and saute on medium-high for about a minute, stirring frequently.
- Stir in tomatoes with juices and bring to a boil for a minute.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add balsamic vinegar. Stir for another minute and remove from heat.
- Spread pizza crusts or pitas with tomato sauce. Spread squash over tomato sauce and top with remaining sage and mozzarella.
- Bake at 400 degrees until cheese is melted.
- Enjoy hot.