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Use mushrooms, spinach, and bell peppers instead of meat Recipe

Use mushrooms, spinach, and bell peppers instead of meat Recipe
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This Deep Dish Pizza Recipe offers a hearty, cheesy, and thick-crusted pizza experience reminiscent of the classic Chicago-style deep dish. Featuring a homemade dough with cornmeal for authentic texture, a rich tomato sauce layered over generous amounts of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and optional savory toppings like pepperoni or sausage, this recipe is perfect for pizza lovers looking for a satisfying and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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For the Pizza Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (440g)
  • ½ cup cornmeal (60g)
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (300ml)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (60g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)

For the Tomato Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Pizza Layers:

  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (340g)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and instant yeast. Add warm water, melted butter, and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 7-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  2. Make the Tomato Sauce: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then stir in oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
  3. Assemble the Pizza: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the dough into a large circle, about 2 inches bigger than your pan. Press the dough into the greased deep-dish pan, making sure it goes up the sides. Layer the bottom with shredded mozzarella cheese. Add any toppings like pepperoni, sausage or veggies. Pour the tomato sauce over the toppings, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  4. Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use Cornmeal in the Dough: It gives the crust that authentic Chicago-style texture.
  • Prebake the Dough (Optional): If you like an extra crispy base, prebake it for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
  • Avoid Soggy Crust: Make sure the sauce is thick, so it doesn’t soak into the dough.
  • Let It Cool Before Slicing: This helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze wrapped for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes to keep crust crispy.

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Keywords: Deep Dish Pizza Recipe, Chicago Style Pizza, Homemade Pizza, Thick Crust Pizza, Cheesy Pizza

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