Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza Recipe

Name: Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1/4 ounce) packages fast-rising active dry yeast; 2 cups warm water; ½ cup vegetable oil; 4 tablespoons olive oil; ½ cup cornmeal; 5 ½ cups flour; 12 lb sliced mozzarella cheese; 2 ½ cups italian-style whole canned tomatoes, drained and squished; 12 lb 95% lean ground beef, cooked and drained; 1 green pepper, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon oregano; 2 garlic cloves, minced; salt; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; ½ cup shreaded mozzarella cheese; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

2 (1/4 ounce) packages fast-rising active dry yeast
2 cups warm water
½ cup vegetable oil
4 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup cornmeal
5 ½ cups flour
12 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
2 ½ cups italian-style whole canned tomatoes, drained and squished
12 lb 95% lean ground beef, cooked and drained
1 green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup shreaded mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil

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["With a kitchenaid mixer, mix the yeast with the warm water and dissolve yeast completely.", "Add the vegetable oil, olive oil, cornmeal and 1/2 of the flour.", "Beat for 10 minutes.", "Attach the dough hook and mix in the remaining flour.", "Knead with the mixer for several minutes.", "Place dough on clean countertop and cover with a large metal bowl to allow to rise double in bulk.", "Punch down and allow to rise again.", "Punch down a 2nd time and the dough is ready.", "Oil a deep-dish pizza pan.", "Place some dough in the pan and push it out to the edges using your fingers.", "Put enough dough so that you can run the crust right up the side of the pan.", "Make it about 1/8"" thick throughout the pan.", "Place the cheese in tile-like layers on the bottom of the pie.", "Put in the tomatoes, the basil, oregano, garlic, and salt.", "Add your toppings - in this recipe we include ground beef, green pepper and onion.", "Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, drizzle the olive oil and add the parmesan cheese over the top.", "Bake the pie in the 475 degree oven until the top is golden and gooey and the crust is light golden brown - about 35 minutes."]

8576

kcal

Calories

566

Fat

213

Carbs

641

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1/4 ounce) packages fast-rising active dry yeast, 2 cups warm water, ½ cup vegetable oil, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza

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Variations & substitutions

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