DEEP DISH PIZZA

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I got this recipe from Jeff Smith, The Frugal Gourmet back in 1987. He made this recipe and ran it by Pizzeria Uno in Chicago and they smiled and nodded "It's almost as good as ours." This is easy, no roll recipe.

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 2h40m

Yield 2 9inch pies, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (1/4 ounce) packages quick-rising yeast
2 cups tepid water (90 degrees)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup cornmeal
5 1/2 cups flour
1/3 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
2 cups canned plum tomatoes, drained and squished
1 teaspoon basil leaves
1 teaspoon oregano
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, for topping
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In the bowl of your electric mixer- KitchenAid is perfect for this- dissolve the yeast in the water.
  • Add the oils, cornmeal, and 3 cups of the flour.
  • Beat for 10 minutes with the mixer.
  • Add the dough hook and mix in the additional 2½ cups flour.
  • Knead for several minutes with the machine.
  • It is hard to do this by hand since the dough is very rich and moist.
  • Pour out the dough on a plastic countertop and cover with a very large metal bowl.
  • Allow to rise double in bulk.
  • Punch down and allow to rise again.
  • Punch down a second time and you are ready to make your pizza.
  • Oil round cake pans or deep dish pizza pan.
  • Put a bit of dough in each and push it out to the edges, using your fingers.
  • Put in enough dough so that you can run the crust right up the side of the pan.
  • Try to make it approximately 1/8" thick throughout the pan.
  • The filling for 9 or 10 inch pan:.
  • Place the cheese in tilelike layers on the bottom of the pie.
  • Next put in the tomatoes and the basil, oregano, garlic and salt- reserve the Parmesan cheese for the top.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pie and bake.
  • Additional variations: BEFORE you put on the Parmesan cheese and olive oil drizzle you might like to add any or all of the following:.
  • Italian Sausage- hot or mild.
  • Yellow Onions- peeled and sliced or diced.
  • Pepperoni- sliced thin.
  • Mushrooms- sliced.
  • Green Sweet Bell Peppers- cored and sliced thin.
  • Sliced Black Olives.
  • Very Thinly Sliced Ham or Canadian Bacon.
  • Put any or all of these on your pie and then top with the Parmesan and the olive oil.
  • Bake the pie in 475º oven until the top is golden and gooey and the crust a light golden brown.
  • This should take about 35-40 minutes.

rubaiya nira
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This deep-dish pizza is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying.


CK KALAD
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I'm not usually a fan of deep-dish pizza, but this recipe changed my mind. The crust was light and airy, and the toppings were perfectly balanced.


Trevor Mills
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This pizza is a must-try for any pizza lover. The combination of a crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and gooey cheese is unbeatable.


Olaoye Zainab
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I was skeptical about making my own deep-dish pizza, but this recipe proved me wrong. It was surprisingly easy and the results were amazing.


Estone Ongoro
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This deep-dish pizza is a game-changer. It's so easy to make and the results are incredible.


Jacob Waji
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pizza turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it.


Meer Asad Ali DJ
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This deep-dish pizza is the best I've ever had. The crust is perfectly crispy and the toppings are so flavorful.


Busisiwe Hlongwane
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I highly recommend this deep-dish pizza recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Priyam Sony
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This deep-dish pizza is a bit more work than your average pizza, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a delicious, unforgettable pizza that will impress your friends and family.


Adilkhan Jalala
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I've made this deep-dish pizza several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for parties or potlucks.


Moun Khan
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This deep-dish pizza is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying.


MD Monjil
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I'm not usually a fan of deep-dish pizza, but this recipe changed my mind. The crust was light and airy, and the toppings were perfectly balanced.


Ann Gross
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This pizza is a must-try for any pizza lover. The combination of a crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and gooey cheese is unbeatable.


Marissa Almazan
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I was skeptical about making my own deep-dish pizza, but this recipe proved me wrong. It was surprisingly easy and the results were incredible.


Kyle Patrick Murphy
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This deep-dish pizza was a game-changer! It was so easy to make and it tasted even better than anything I've had from a restaurant.


Sukdev Mojumdar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pizza turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I ate two slices in one sitting!


Op Ino
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This pizza was amazing! The crust was so fluffy and the toppings were so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Deborah Barnett
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I've tried many deep-dish pizza recipes, but this one is definitely the best. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious, cheesy pizza that was enjoyed by everyone at my party.


Amrit Dc
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This deep-dish pizza recipe was a total hit! The crust was perfectly crispy and the fillings were incredibly flavorful. My family and friends couldn't get enough of it.


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