Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this homemade Deep-Dish Pizza Pie. With its thick, buttery crust layered with gooey mozzarella, savory toppings, and rich tomato sauce, this Chicago-style pizza is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Easily customizable to suit any taste, it promises to delight every palate. Indulge in a slice of this heavenly pie straight from your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- Toppings of choice (e.g., ½ cup pepperoni, 1 cup mixed vegetables)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast; let sit until frothy. Gradually mix in flour, olive oil, and salt until a smooth dough forms.
- 2. Let It Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a deep-dish pizza pan.
- 4. Assemble the Pizza: Punch down the dough and roll it out to fit your pan. Place the dough in the pan, layer with cheese first, then sauce and desired toppings.
- 5. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- 6. Serve: Allow cooling slightly before slicing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg