Cheesy Italian Sausage Roll

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1. 1
   Prepare the vegetables: slice the red pepper into thin strips, removing the seeds and white pith. Dice the onion.
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2. 2
   Remove sausage from casings if using links. Add a little oil to a pan and cook the sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spatula as it browns.
   ≈1:10
3. 3
   When the sausage is about 60-70% cooked, add the peppers and onion. Continue cooking for 4-5 more minutes until the vegetables soften.
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4. 4
   Add minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well, then remove from heat and let cool for 3-4 minutes.
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5. 5
   Transfer the cooled filling to a bowl.
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6. 6
   Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to approximately 12 by 16 inches. It doesn't need to be perfect.
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7. 7
   Mix shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley into the cooled sausage filling.
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8. 8
   Spread the cheese-sausage filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
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9. 9
   Roll up the dough carefully, starting from one end. Fold in the sides to seal, then fold over the opposite end to enclose the filling.
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10. 10
    Brush the seam with egg wash (egg mixed with a little water) and gently pinch along the entire length to seal.
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11. 11
    Transfer the sausage roll to a parchment-lined baking sheet. (Lift carefully like placing a patient on a stretcher.)
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12. 12
    Brush the top with egg wash again. Sprinkle with garlic powder and black pepper. Make a few vent holes on the surface.
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13. 13
    Bake at 400°F for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and beautiful.
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14. 14
    Let cool slightly, then slice into thumb-width pieces. Serve on a platter for guests to enjoy.
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15. 15
    Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the filling a day or two in advance. Roll and bake just before guests arrive to serve it warm and gooey.
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