Instructions: In a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over high heat, crumble sausage with a spoon; add oregano and pepper, and stir until meat is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Spoon out and discard fat. Add pineapple and mix.

Split English muffins in half horizontally. Spread tomato paste equally on cut sides and set halves slightly apart in a 10- by 15-inch baking pan. Top each half equally with sausage mixture, cheddar cheese, then parmesan cheese.

Bake in a 400 degrees oven until cheddar cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Comments: My dad, who rarely strayed from eggs, bacon, and toast to start the day, conceded to simpler fare on Christmas morning when we opened our gifts. After several experimental forays, he pronounced breakfast pizzas his favorite deviation, and this slightly goofy snack became part of our holiday ritual.

For a chewier texture, toast the muffins before adding the toppings.

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