HOMEMADE CHICAGO STYLE DEEP DISH PIZZA

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This iconic pizza features a buttery, cornmeal-flecked crust that’s pressed into a deep pan, filled with a generous layer of cheese and toppings, and topped with a simple tomato sauce. The result is a rich, hearty, and unforgettable meal.

Yields: 1 large pizza
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including rising)
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 1 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C), divided

  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar

  • 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, divided

  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal

  • 1½ teaspoons salt

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for the bowl)

For the Filling:

  • 9 ounces (about 2 cups) shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ pound spicy Italian sausage, browned, drained, and crumbled

  • ⅓ cup diced pepperoni

  • ¼ cup chopped onion

  • ⅛ cup chopped green bell pepper

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

For the Topping:

  • ½ cup tomato sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)

Instructions:

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