Description
Deep dish pizza is the ultimate comfort food, offering a thick, buttery crust filled with layers of gooey cheese and your favorite toppings. This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through making your own delicious deep dish pizza from scratch, ensuring a memorable meal that brings family and friends together. With customizable toppings to suit your taste, this dish is not just a meal—it’s an experience filled with warm flavors and joyful moments.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, vegetables)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar; add yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in salt and olive oil. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- While the dough rises, blend crushed tomatoes with oregano and other seasonings to taste.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the dough into a round shape and place it into a greased deep-dish pan.
- Layer cheese on the bottom, add toppings, pour sauce over everything, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg