Description
Indulge in a delicious deep-dish pizza pie filled with savory ground beef or Italian sausage, gooey cheese, and a medley of vegetables. This hearty slice of comfort is sure to satisfy your pizza cravings!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup sliced green bell peppers or jalapeños
- Pepperoni slices
Toppings:
- Additional shredded mozzarella
- Extra pepperoni and vegetables for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Dissolve yeast in warm water, then add to the flour mixture. Knead the dough, let it rise, and press it into a greased deep-dish pan.
- Add the Filling: Brown the ground beef or sausage, then layer with pizza sauce, cheeses, vegetables, and pepperoni on the crust.
- Top and Bake: Sprinkle with more cheese, pepperoni, and veggies. Bake until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients.
- If using vegetables, make sure to sauté them beforehand to remove excess moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg