🍕 Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza 🍕

Ingredients:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 🌾

1 cup warm water 💧

1 packet active dry yeast 🧫

2 tbsp olive oil 🫒

1 tsp sugar 🍬

1 tsp salt 🧂

3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀

2 cups crushed tomatoes 🍅

1 tbsp Italian seasoning 🌿

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀

Optional: Pepperoni, sausage, or veggies for toppings 🥓🍄

Directions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy 🍶.

Add flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix until a dough forms 🍞.

Knead for 5-7 minutes, then let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size ⏳.

2. Shape the Dough:

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) 🔥.

Grease a deep-dish pan with olive oil. Roll the dough and press it into the pan, forming a thick crust around the edges 🍞.

3. Layer the Pizza:

Start with the cheese! Spread a generous layer of shredded mozzarella on the bottom 🧀.

Add your favorite toppings like pepperoni, sausage, or mushrooms 🥓🍄.

Pour crushed tomatoes over the top, spreading them evenly 🍅.

Sprinkle Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese for flavor 🌿🧀.

4. Bake:

Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly 🕒.

5. Serve:

Let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and enjoy the cheesy, saucy goodness! 😋🍽 #pizzaideas #lemon8contest #halloween2024 #recipes