Homemade Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza Recipe
"Since I live near Chicago, I've managed to sample more than my share of deep-dish pizzas. This recipe lets you re-create the best of my town—right in your town! —Lynn Hamilton, Naperville, Illinois..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup cornmeal
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1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
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1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup water
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1/3 cup olive oil
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TOPPINGS:
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1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
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4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
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1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, well drained
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1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
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2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon dried basil
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1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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3 cups (12 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
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1 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
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24 slices pepperoni, optional
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Thinly sliced fresh basil leaves, optional
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