Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Deep Dish Meat Lover’s Pizza! Perfect for family dinners or game nights, this pizza features a golden, crispy crust filled with savory layers of mozzarella, Parmesan, ground beef, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and a touch of Italian seasoning. With a customizable topping list and an irresistible cheesy texture, this deep-dish pizza rivals any pizzeria!
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1/2 lb ground beef, cooked and drained
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup green bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
- 20–25 pepperoni slices
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Pan: Grease a deep-dish pizza pan with olive oil. Press the pizza dough into the pan, ensuring it covers the edges.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Layer Meats and Veggies: Add the cooked ground beef, crumbled Italian sausage, diced green bell peppers, and chopped onions. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Top with Cheese and Pepperoni: Add the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese, then arrange the pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest & Serve: Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
- Customize your toppings: Add extra veggies, switch up the meats, or even use BBQ sauce for a fun twist.
- Crispier Crust Tip: For an even crispier crust, bake the pizza on the lower rack of your oven. You can also preheat the pan before adding the dough.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
