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Uno’s Pizzeria Recipe

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This homemade deep-dish pizza recipe captures the essence of a classic Chicago-style pie with a thick, chewy crust and generous toppings. The dough is made from scratch using simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and olive oil, allowing it to rise until light and airy. A layer of mozzarella cheese sits beneath a rustic sauce of crushed plum tomatoes, seasoned with fresh basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. You can customize the toppings with your favorite meats or vegetables, but the base flavor profile remains rich and comforting. Perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this pizza delivers satisfying, restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Calories: 1161.6
Description
This homemade deep-dish pizza recipe captures the essence of a classic Chicago-style pie with a thick, chewy crust and generous toppings. The dough is made from scratch using simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and olive oil, allowing it to rise until light and airy. A layer of mozzarella cheese sits beneath a rustic sauce of crushed plum tomatoes, seasoned with fresh basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. You can customize the toppings with your favorite meats or vegetables, but the base flavor profile remains rich and comforting. Perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this pizza delivers satisfying, restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen.
Directions
  1. 1
    Dissolve the yeast in the tepid water and let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2
    Stir in the salad oil and olive oil.
  3. 3
    Add 3 cups of the flour, the cornmeal, and the salt to the yeast mixture.
  4. 4
    Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for about 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Gradually add the remaining flour and knead for another 15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. 6
    Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  7. 7
    Preheat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit (246°C).
  8. 8
    Grease two deep-dish pizza pans with olive oil and sprinkle a thin layer of cornmeal into each pan.
  9. 9
    Punch down the risen dough and divide it in half.
  10. 10
    Press each half of the dough into a pan, spreading it to cover the bottom and up the sides to form a crust.
  11. 11
    Let the shaped dough rise in the pans for about 15-20 minutes.
  12. 12
    Layer the sliced mozzarella cheese over the bottom of the crust.
  13. 13
    Drain the can of plum tomatoes and crush them by hand or with a fork.
  14. 14
    Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the cheese layer.
  15. 15
    Season with a pinch of salt, ground pepper, chopped garlic, fresh basil, and fresh oregano.
  16. 16
    Add any desired toppings, such as sliced onions or Italian sausage, if using.
  17. 17
    Sprinkle the Parmesan and Romano cheese mix over the top.
  18. 18
    Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  19. 19
    Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1161.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48.0g74%
Saturated Fat 7.2g36%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9758.4mg407%
Total Carbohydrate 159.3g54%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g29%
Sugars 1.3g
Protein 20.4g41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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