Description
This Deep-Dish Pizza Pie Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a buttery, thick crust layered with gooey mozzarella, hearty sausage or veggies, and a rich tomato sauce on top. Baked to golden perfection, this pizza pie delivers all the bold, cheesy flavor of your favorite pizzeria—right from your own oven. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or indulgent weekends!
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- For the filling:
- 2–3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ pound Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled (or pepperoni slices)
- Optional: sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, onions
- For the sauce:
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Add flour, cornmeal, salt, and olive oil. Mix and knead until a smooth dough forms (about 8–10 minutes).
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Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Meanwhile, cook sausage and sauté any vegetables if using.
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For the sauce, sauté garlic in olive oil, add crushed tomatoes and herbs, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until thickened.
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and oil a 9-inch deep-dish pan or cast-iron skillet.
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Press dough into the pan, going up the sides like a pie crust.
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Layer mozzarella, sausage/veggies, and spoon the sauce over the top.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.
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Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
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Use low-moisture mozzarella for best texture.
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Add ricotta under the cheese for a creamier version.
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Try a white garlic sauce for a twist on the classic.
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Swap in your favorite vegetables for a vegetarian version.
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For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated pizza stone or heavy baking sheet.
