Broccoli & Sausage Skillet Pizza

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray or olive oil.

2. Combine broccoli stems, basil, walnuts, garlic, lemon juice and salt in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Add oil and process to combine.

3. Cook sausage in a small skillet over medium-low heat, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes.

4. Working on a lightly floured surface, roll and stretch pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to the prepared pan, pressing the dough 1 inch up the sides. Spread the dough with the pesto and sprinkle with the sausage, broccoli florets, lemon zest, mozzarella, tomatoes, Parmesan and pepper.

5. Bake the pizza until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is browned in spots, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate pesto for up to 2 weeks.

Equipment: 12-inch cast-iron skillet