Would you eat this Deep-Dish Pizza Pie

 Would you eat this Deep-Dish Pizza Pie



Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 cup warm water

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast

• 2 tbsp olive oil


For the Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage

• 1 cup pizza sauce

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup cheddar cheese (optional)

• ½ cup sliced mushrooms

• ½ cup sliced green bell peppers or jalapeños

• Pepperoni slices


Toppings:

• Additional shredded mozzarella

• Extra pepperoni and vegetables for garnish


Instructions:


Prepare the Dough:

1. Mix warm water and yeast in small bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.

2. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in large bowl. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, mix until dough forms.

3. Knead dough on floured surface 8-10 minutes until smooth. Cover with damp cloth, let rise 1 hour.


Cook the Filling:

1. Brown ground beef/sausage over medium heat. Drain excess fat.

2. Stir in pizza sauce, cook 5 minutes. Set aside.


Assemble the Pizza Pie:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Roll dough into large circle, press into greased deep baking/springform pan. Trim excess.

3. Layer: mozzarella, meat filling, mushrooms, peppers. Repeat layers as desired.

4. Top with extra cheese and toppings.


Bake:

1. Bake 25-30 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.

2. Cool slightly before slicing.


Serve warm with salad or garlic bread.

0 Comments