Are you a fan of deep-dish pizza with a buttery crust, gooey cheese, and rich tomato sauce? This Homemade Chicago-Style Pizza is just what you need! Follow this recipe and bring a slice of Chicago to your kitchen. You’ll love it! 😍✨
Chicago-Style Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
For the Dough:
3 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup cornmeal (for texture)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
1 packet dry yeast (7g)
1 1/4 cups warm water
1/2 cup melted butter
For the Filling:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni or Italian sausage (optional)
2 cups homemade or canned tomato sauce
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add warm water and melted butter. Knead until smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Pan:
Grease a deep-dish pizza pan (or cast-iron skillet). Roll out the dough and press it into the pan, forming thick edges.
Add the Filling:
Spread a generous layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese on the bottom. Add pepperoni or sausage if desired. Top with tomato sauce and sprinkle with oregano and garlic powder.
Bake:
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Serve:
Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy your Chicago-style pizza!
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