Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza
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Dive into a buttery, golden crust loaded with layers of gooey mozzarella, savory Italian sausage, and a rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce bursting with herbs.
Ingredients:
For the dough:
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
1 package (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
½ cup cornmeal
½ cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for the pan)
For the filling:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture)
1 pound Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled (or pepperoni if you prefer)
1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
1 small onion, chopped (optional)
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
1. Prepare the dough:
In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. Sprinkle yeast on top, let it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and salt. Add the melted butter and yeast mixture.
Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
2. Preheat oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Generously butter a deep 12-inch round cake pan or deep-dish pizza pan.
3. Prepare the sauce:
In a saucepan, heat a little olive oil, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes to thicken slightly.
4. Assemble the pizza:
Press the dough into the buttered pan, pushing it up the sides (about 1-2 inches).
Layer half the mozzarella cheese directly on the dough.
Add cooked sausage (or pepperoni), chopped peppers and onions if using.
Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
Add the remaining mozzarella on top if you want extra cheesy.
5. Bake:
Bake in preheated oven for 30–35 minutes until crust is golden brown and sauce is bubbly.
Let the pizza rest 5–10 minutes before slicing (this helps the layers set).
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