FAST DEEP-DISH PIZZA

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Provided by Kay Scholzman

Categories     Tomato     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Mozzarella     Meat     Bon Appétit     Massachusetts     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes, drained
2 large garlic cloves, pressed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
3 teaspoons olive oil
Cornmeal
1 pound (1 loaf) frozen bread dough, thawed
1 pound shredded mozzarella (about 4 cups)
7 ounces thinly sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Coarsely chop tomatoes. Place in strainer and drain well. Combine tomatoes with garlic, parsley, oregano and basil in bowl. Brush 12-inch-diameter deep-dish pizza pan with 1 teaspoon oil. Sprinkle pan with cornmeal. Roll bread dough out to 13-inch round on lightly floured surface. Transfer dough to pan, extending 1 inch up pan sides. Spread dough with 1 cup tomato mixture. Sprinkle half of mozzarella over. Top with half of pepperoni and remaining tomato mixture. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Distribute remaining pepperoni atop mozzarella. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Drizzle with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil. Bake until cheese bubbles and begins to brown and crust is golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Jek Killbee
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This recipe is a joke. Don't waste your time or money.


Jason Buckman
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I'm not sure what went wrong with this recipe, but my pizza was a total flop. The crust was raw and the toppings were all over the place.


Shaskia Daniels
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This pizza was a complete disaster. I followed the recipe exactly and it still turned out terrible.


Raybradley
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This was the worst pizza I've ever had. The crust was burnt and the toppings were all wrong.


Ayesha Waqar
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I wouldn't recommend this recipe. The pizza was bland and the crust was tough.


Ev
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This pizza was okay, but I've had better.


Sammy Classic
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I thought the crust was a little too thick, but the toppings were delicious.


Mattfaisao
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This pizza was a bit too greasy for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Sodrat Kodaolu
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a great cook, but it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the pizza was delicious.


Tito Torres
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This was the perfect pizza for a party. It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


Noeescito Hidalgo
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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 fluffy, and the toppings were perfectly cooked.


Jeremiah Joseph
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This recipe is a keeper! The pizza was so good that I ate two slices for dinner and then another two for breakfast the next morning.


Rolls Royce
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I've made this pizza twice now and it's always a winner. The dough is easy to work with and the sauce is flavorful. I like to add extra cheese and vegetables to mine.


leo maldonado
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This pizza was a hit with my family! The crust was perfectly crispy and the toppings were delicious. I especially loved the combination of sausage, pepperoni, and mushrooms.