Deep Dish Pizza Bundle

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Deep Dish Pizza Bundle—a satisfying twist on classic deep-dish pizza that combines a buttery, golden cornmeal crust with layers of gooey melted mozzarella, rich pizza sauce, and an abundance of savory toppings. Perfectly baked in a cast-iron skillet, this masterpiece features hearty Italian sausage, crisp bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and a touch of spice from sliced pepperoni. Finished with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, every slice is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Whether you're hosting a cozy family dinner or treating yourself to a slice of Chicago-inspired heaven, this recipe brings restaurant-quality deep-dish pizza straight to your kitchen. With just 90 minutes of prep and a quick 35-minute bake, it’s a must-try for pizza lovers who want to take their homemade game to the next level! Perfect for serving up to six, this deep dish is destined to be your new go-to for pizza night.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:125 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cups Pizza sauce
• 1 cup Cooked Italian sausage
• 0.5 cup Sliced pepperoni
• 0.5 cup Chopped bell peppers
• 0.5 cup Sliced mushrooms
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 5 pieces Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, combining until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or deep-dish pan with olive oil.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough, then roll it out into a large circle, about 12 inches in diameter. Carefully press the dough into the skillet, allowing it to go up the sides to form a crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the base of the crust.

Step 8

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the mozzarella layer.

Step 9

Add the cooked Italian sausage, sliced pepperoni, chopped bell peppers, and mushrooms as toppings.

Step 10

Top the fillings with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 11

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly caramelized.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pizza cool for about 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1937.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4507.6

Total Fat 227.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 468.7mg	0%
Sodium 10450.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 447.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 55.1g
Protein 169.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2102.0mg	0%
Iron 33.3mg	0%
Potassium 4015.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 39.7%