Description
Ultimate Deep-Dish Meat Lover’s Pizza Pie: An Incredible Recipe
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- ½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and olive oil into the well in the flour. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a deep-dish pizza pan or cast-iron skillet with olive oil.
- Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to the prepared pan. Use your fingers to press and stretch the dough to fit the pan, covering the sides.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on the bottom of the crust. Layer the cooked sausage, pepperoni, and bacon evenly.
- Spoon the marinara sauce over the meats, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce. Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder on top.
- Cover the pizza with a cloth and let it rise for another 15-20 minutes.
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- If desired, add fresh basil leaves for a touch of color and flavor.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg