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Get ready to celebrate National Sausage Pizza Day on Oct. 11th! This day is all about celebrating the delicious combination of sausage and pizza that has been around for centuries. The exact origin of this unique food pairing is unknown, but it's believed to have originated in Italy hundreds of years ago. From there, it spread around the world and now we can enjoy this delicious treat any time we like!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of Pizza</div><div class='timeline-text'>The modern pizza, including toppings like sausage, is believed to have originated in Naples, Italy in the late 18th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1905</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Pizzeria in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lombardi's, the first pizzeria in the United States, opens in New York City, introducing Americans to traditional Italian pizza, often topped with sausage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1943</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chicago Deep Dish Pizza</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Chicago-style deep dish pizza, famously topped with sausage, is invented by Ike Sewell and Ric Riccardo and served at their restaurant Pizzeria Uno.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pizza Hut Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pizza Hut, one of the largest international pizza chains known for its popular sausage pizza, is founded in Wichita, Kansas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sausage Pizza Gains Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>In a survey by the National Restaurant Association, sausage ranks as one of the top three favorite pizza toppings in the United States.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own sausage pizza</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making pizza is easier than you might think. Start with a pre-made dough, top with tomato sauce, cheese and your favorite type of sausage, then bake at 375 degrees until the cheese is melted and bubbly.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Order in some sausage pizza</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>For those days when you don't feel like cooking, head to your favorite pizza parlor and order up a delicious sausage pizza. Add some extra toppings for a real treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out different types of sausage</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling adventurous, try out different types of sausages on your pizzas: Italian, Polish, chicken or turkey. Mix it up and see what new flavors you can discover.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a sausage pizza party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a night of pizza making fun. Each person can make their own unique pizza with their favorite toppings and sauces.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try making a deep dish sausage pizza</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take pizza night to the next level by baking up a deep dish sausage pizza. It's sure to be a hit with everyone in your house.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a classic comfort food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sausage pizza is one of those traditional dishes that always brings back memories of childhood and simpler times. The combination of salty sausage, gooey cheese and tangy tomato sauce is the epitome of classic comfort food that never fails to please the palate!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's easy to make at home</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making homemade sausage pizza is surprisingly simple and doesn't require any fancy ingredients. All you need are some good quality sausage, store bought dough, tomatoes, cheese and spices and you can have a delicious dinner ready in no time!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a crowd pleaser</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sausage pizza is an easy way to feed a crowd. Whether you're having friends over for dinner or throwing a family get together, this dish is sure to be a hit! Plus, it's customizable so everyone can add their favorite toppings and enjoy - meat lovers rejoice!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are unique variations of sausage pizza around the world</h3><p class='facts-content'>Sausage pizza is a global favorite, with its unique iterations in countries like Brazil, where pizza is often topped with linguiça (a flavorful Portuguese sausage), and Germany, which features bratwurst sausage on its regional Flammkuchen pizza.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausage pizza can be part of a balanced diet</h3><p class='facts-content'>While often considered a decadent treat, a slice of sausage pizza can provide valuable nutrients. The sausage offers protein, while the cheese provides calcium and the tomato sauce contributes vitamins like Vitamin C and lycopene.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pizza delivery was pioneered by pizzerias in the US</h3><p class='facts-content'>The convenience of having a hot pizza, like a delicious sausage pizza, delivered straight to your door is something we largely owe to American pizzerias. They popularized the concept of home delivery in the mid-20th century.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>October is National Pizza Month in the United States</h3><p class='facts-content'>Aside from celebrating National Sausage Pizza Day on October 11, the entire month of October is dedicated to honoring pizza in all its delicious forms in the United States.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The "pizza sausage" is a type of sausage especially made for pizzas</h3><p class='facts-content'>Pizza sausage is a type of pork sausage seasoned with classic Italian spices like fennel and anise, designed to complement the flavors of a traditional pizza. It is usually crumbled and spread across the pizza before baking.</p></div></div>
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