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Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza

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A cheesy deep dish pepperoni pizza loaded with layers of meat, cheese, and sauce for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded provolone
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1520 pepperoni slices
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meat filling by cooking ground beef and sausage until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a deep cake pan or cast-iron skillet with olive oil. Press pizza dough into the pan, pushing it up the sides.
  3. Layer mozzarella and provolone on the bottom, followed by the meat mixture.
  4. Spread marinara sauce over the meat, sprinkle Parmesan, and arrange pepperoni slices.
  5. Bake for 30–35 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbling. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Letting the pizza rest before slicing helps it set.
  • Use homemade dough for the best deep dish experience.
  • Adjust pepperoni quantity to your preference.

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