Deep Dish recipe served on a plate, by 44 Canteen
Jul 14 2026
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Deep Dish Recipe

Inspired by 44 Canteen
Time2h
Serves8

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Ingredients

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Crust

Filling

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the Dough

    Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Let It Rise

    Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Cook Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.

  2. 7

    Sauté Vegetables

    Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

  3. 8

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Assembly and Baking

  1. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 10

    Prepare the Pan

    Grease a deep-dish pizza pan or a cast-iron skillet with olive oil.

  3. 11

    Shape the Crust

    After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to fit the pan. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.

  4. 12

    Layer Ingredients

    Spread half of the mozzarella cheese on the bottom of the crust. Then layer the sausage and vegetable mixture on top, followed by the remaining cheese.

  5. 13

    Bake the Pizza

    Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.

  6. 14

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.

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