Name: Chicago Deep Dish Pizza
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup cornmeal; 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast; 1 ½ cups warm water; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 lb shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried basil; Salt and pepper to taste; Your favorite pizza toppings (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Add the flour, cornmeal, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape it into a ball.
Grease a cast-iron skillet with olive oil. Place the dough in the skillet and press it evenly across the bottom and up the sides to create a deep dish crust.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a separate bowl, mix together the crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Spread this sauce over the dough in the skillet.
Layer half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
Add your desired toppings such as cooked Italian sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, or any other favorite toppings.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings.
Cover the pizza with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Let the pizza rest for a few minutes before slicing into wedges and serving hot.

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