Hearty Pizza Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust Basics
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1 teaspoon of sugar
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1 teaspoon of salt
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2 ½ cups of regular flour
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1 cup of warm (not hot) water
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2 ¼ teaspoons of active yeast
→ Filling Choices
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1 cup mozzarella, shredded
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1 cup pizza-style sauce
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½ cup cheddar, grated
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½ cup of chopped mushrooms
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Pepperoni slices (optional)
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½ cup diced green bell peppers or spicy jalapeños
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1 pound of ground sausage or beef
→ Optional Toppings
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Extra mozzarella cheese, shredded
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Pepperoni or extra veggies for decoration
# Instructions:
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Combine the yeast and warm water in a bowl, and let it sit for 5 minutes until it gets bubbly. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, olive oil, and yeast combo until you’ve got a dough. Work the dough by hand on a floured counter for roughly 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover it with a damp towel and allow it to rise for about an hour.
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Cook the ground sausage or beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Remove the extra grease. Add your pizza sauce, give it a stir, and let it simmer for 5 minutes, then set it aside.
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Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll your dough into a flat circle and place it in a greased springform or deep-dish pan, trimming any overhang. Press mozzarella cheese onto the bottom, spread the filling over it, then layer mushrooms and diced peppers on top. Add more cheese, fillings, and garnishes like extra pepperoni if you'd like.
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Place the pie in the oven and let it bake for 25–30 minutes until the crust is golden brown, and the top is bubbly with melted cheese. Wait a few minutes to cool before slicing.