1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles, until browned. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. Mince the fresh garlic finely if using or prepare the garlic powder.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about ¼ inch thick, ensuring the dough is even and not stretched too thin.
5. Evenly spread the cooked sausage over the dough, leaving about an inch of space around the edges.
6. Sprinkle freshly shredded mozzarella cheese over the sausage layer.
7. Add minced garlic or garlic powder on top of the cheese, and lightly sprinkle Italian seasoning for added flavor.
8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge to form a log shape. Pinch the seam to seal and tuck the ends underneath.
9. Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Brush the top of the dough generously with melted butter to create a golden crust.
11. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for garnish and a pop of color.
12. Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the sausage reaches 160°F for safety.
14. Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes to set.
15. Slice the bread into pieces and serve warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.