Description
A classic deep dish pizza with a buttery, thick crust layered with mozzarella, savory sausage, and a rich tomato topping. Baked until golden and hearty, it’s a satisfying crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1¾ teaspoons salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1/2 cup corn oil
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened, for greasing)
- 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
- 12 ounces whole-milk mozzarella (sliced)
- 8 ounces raw Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, cream of tartar, and yeast. Add corn oil and warm water, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead briefly for about 30 seconds until combined. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise at room temperature for 5–6 hours until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 450°F and position a rack on the lowest level.
- Grease a deep-dish pizza pan or cake pans with softened butter.
- Drain tomatoes in a colander, then crush by hand and set aside.
- Press dough into the prepared pan, covering the bottom and pushing up the sides.
- Layer mozzarella over the dough. Add pieces of sausage, then spread crushed tomatoes on top. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and finish with grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
- Bake for 25–35 minutes until crust is golden and filling is set, rotating if needed.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes before removing from pan, slicing, and serving.
Notes
- Letting the dough rise slowly enhances flavor and texture.
- Refrigerating the dough overnight is a great make-ahead option.
- Use a serrated knife for easier slicing.
- Serve with a knife and fork for a traditional deep-dish experience.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
