deep-dish pizza pie

Here’s a complete overview of Deep-Dish Pizza Pie, including nutrition estimates, macros, and a recipe outline.

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Deep-Dish Pizza Pie – Overview 🍕

A Chicago-style deep-dish pizza is known for:

• Thick, buttery crust
• Lots of cheese (mozzarella)
• Toppings like sausage, pepperoni, or vegetables
• Chunky tomato sauce on top

It’s rich, hearty, and often high in calories, but very satisfying.

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Estimated Nutrition

Per 1/8 of a 12-inch deep-dish pizza (cheese + tomato + crust only, ~200 g)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	450–550 kcal
Protein	18–22 g
Carbohydrates	40–45 g
└ Fiber	2–4 g
└ Sugars	5–7 g
Fat	22–28 g
└ Saturated Fat	12–15 g
Sodium	900–1,100 mg

Macro Breakdown (approx.):

• Fat: 45–50%
• Carbs: 35–40%
• Protein: 15–20%

Toppings like sausage or extra cheese will raise fat and calories. Veggies add volume without many calories.

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Key Ingredients

• Crust: flour, butter (or oil), yeast, sometimes cornmeal
• Cheese: mozzarella (lots of it!)
• Toppings: meat, vegetables, herbs
• Tomato sauce: chunky, seasoned with garlic, oregano, basil

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Classic Deep-Dish Pizza Outline (12-inch, serves 8)

Ingredients

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornmeal
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp instant yeast
• ¾ cup warm water
• ⅓ cup butter, melted
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• Optional toppings: sausage, pepperoni, vegetables

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients, add water and butter → knead dough, let rise 1–2 hrs.
2. Press dough into a well-oiled deep-dish pan, forming edges.
3. Layer cheese, toppings, then pour tomato sauce on top.
4. Bake 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 min until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
5. Cool 5–10 min before slicing.

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Tips & Variations

• 🥦 Veggie deep-dish: load with peppers, onions, mushrooms
• 🧀 Cheese lovers: extra mozzarella + parmesan
• ⚖️ Lower-fat version: use part-skim mozzarella and less butter in crust
• 🍗 Protein boost: add grilled chicken or lean sausage

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