Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (230°C). While the oven heats up, prepare the pizza dough.
Prepare the Dough: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, or stretch it into a round shape if using store-bought dough. Transfer it to a greased baking sheet or pizza pan.
Sauté the Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped bell peppers. Sauté for 5 minutes until the peppers are tender. If using sausage, cook it in a separate pan, crumble it, and set aside.
Assemble the Pizza: Spread tomato sauce evenly on the pizza dough. Add the sautéed bell peppers and sausage (if using). Sprinkle the mozzarella and provolone cheese on top.
Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Finishing Touches: Sprinkle oregano and crushed red pepper flakes (if desired) on top of the pizza before slicing and serving.
