SWEET & SMOKY SAUSAGE PIZZAS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook sausage, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles. Remove with a slotted spoon. Discard drippings., In same pan, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in preserves, wine, maple syrup and remaining thyme. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in apples; cook 5 minutes longer or until tender, stirring occasionally., Preheat oven to 425°. Grease two 14-in. pizza pans; roll dough to fit pans. Pinch edges to form a rim. Brush dough with remaining oil., Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Spread with apple mixture; top with sausage and cheese. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.