Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, salt, sugar, and instant yeast. Mix well.
2. Add Wet Ingredients:
Pour in the water and melted butter. Stir until a rough dough forms.
3. Knead the Dough:
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. Let it Rise:
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Prepare the Pan:
Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Spread 4 tablespoons of softened butter on the bottom and sides of the pan.
6. Roll out the Dough:
Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough into a circle slightly larger than the cake pan.
7. Line the Pan:
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to the prepared cake pan, pressing it gently into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
8. Let it Rest:
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.
9. Preheat the Oven:
Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
10. Assemble the Pizza:
Layer your desired toppings over the dough, starting with cheese, followed by meats, vegetables, and sauce.
11. Bake:
Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
12. Serve:
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade Chicago style deep dish pizza!
Cook Notes and Variations
Customize Your Toppings:
Feel free to customize your pizza with your favorite toppings, such as pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or olives.
Cheese Options:
While mozzarella is the traditional cheese for Chicago style deep dish pizza, you can also experiment with other cheeses like provolone, cheddar, or fontina for added flavor.
Sauce Variation:
Traditional Chicago style deep dish pizza is known for its chunky tomato sauce. You can use canned crushed tomatoes seasoned with garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper for a classic sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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