Deep Dish Pizza
Try this Deep Dish Pizza recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Deep Dish Pizza recipe, or contribute your own.
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 med onion chopped
- dash black pepper
- 1 lb italian sausage (i use 2 lbs ground beef and leave
- 1 bell pepper chopped (i omit due to picky family)
- 15 ounce jar pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup parmesan (parmesan is not as easy to spell as one
- 8 ounce mozzarella
- 1 t oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt*
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano*
- **i leave out garlic salt and oregano and just put
- Carbohydrate 134.047850253218 g
- Cholesterol 487.392369892289 mg
- Fat 129.032888366215 g
- Fiber 5.26031369661213 g
- Protein 169.241581947486 g
- Saturated Fat 56.9805139434685 g
- Serving Size 1 1 recipe (1867g)
- Sodium 2063.43318541654 mg
- Sugar 128.787536556606 g
- Trans Fat 13.708425629553 g
- Calories 2410 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Brown hamburger, sausage, onion, and bell pepper.
- Drain well.
- Add garlic salt and oregano (or Italian Seasoning).
- Add pizza sauce.
- Stir well.
- Grease a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over bottom of it.
- Spread meat mixture over the cheese.
- In mixing bowl, add eggs, milk, flour, oil, and salt.
- Pour over meat in pan.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over batter.
- Bake 30 minutes.
My Deep Dish Pizza Adventure: A Recipe for Family and Fun
As a busy mom, finding time to cook delicious and satisfying meals can feel like a Herculean task. Weeknights are often a blur of homework help, soccer practice, and the ever-present scramble to get dinner on the table before everyone melts down. But there's nothing quite like the warmth and togetherness that a home-cooked meal brings, and that's why I cherish those moments in the kitchen, even if it’s just for a little while. This deep dish pizza recipe has become a family favorite, a testament to the simple joys of cooking and sharing a meal together. It's comforting, flavorful, and adaptable enough to suit everyone's tastes, even the pickiest eaters in the house.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. It's not some elaborate culinary masterpiece; it’s a hearty, satisfying dish that uses readily available ingredients. I often adjust the recipe based on what's in my fridge, sometimes swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken, omitting the bell peppers if my kids are being particularly fussy, or even adding some spinach for an extra boost of nutrients. The base is a simple batter – eggs, milk, flour – that bakes up beautifully beneath a flavorful meat and cheese topping. I've learned over the years that a little bit of experimentation can go a long way in the kitchen, and this recipe truly reflects that. I've discovered that less is sometimes more when it comes to spices – I often just use simple garlic salt and oregano, or sometimes skip them altogether. It’s all about what tastes best to you and your family.
The process itself is pretty straightforward. Browning the meat and veggies is a great way to involve the kids. It's a fun, interactive way to teach them about cooking and teamwork. The actual assembly of the pizza is quick and easy, too. I've found that spreading the mozzarella over the bottom of the pan before adding the meat mixture helps to create a beautiful, cheesy crust. And let’s be honest, who doesn't love extra cheese? The aroma alone as it bakes is enough to get everyone excited. Then, once it's baked, it becomes a true celebration; a gathering around the table to share delicious food and even better company. The experience is much more important than the outcome. Creating these memories in the kitchen is what makes this recipe so special. It’s not just about food; it's about family and connection, which is invaluable in our crazy busy world.
This deep dish pizza is more than just a recipe; it's a tradition, a testament to the power of simple ingredients and the joy of family time. It’s a recipe I'll be passing down to my children, ensuring that they, too, can create these cherished memories in the kitchen.
I encourage you to try this recipe, and to adapt it to your own preferences and needs. Feel free to add your own creative spin, and most importantly, enjoy the process and the delicious results. Happy cooking!
