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Deep Dish Sourdough Pizza

Deep dish pizza sourdough - the image is of a large pizza on a wooden cutting board. the pizza has a golden brown crust and is topped with melted cheese, sliced mushrooms, red onions, and green bell peppers. the toppings are arranged in a circular pattern on top of the pizza. the background is a white marble countertop.

A hearty and flavorful deep dish pizza made with a tangy sourdough crust, loaded with cheese, tomato sauce, and your favorite toppings. This recipe uses a sourdough starter for a unique depth of flavor in the crust and a thick, satisfying base perfect for holding generous layers of toppings.

Ingredients

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200 grams active sourdough starter (100% hydration)
350 grams all-purpose flour
200 milliliters warm water (about 100°F/38°C)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for greasing
250 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
200 grams canned crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
150 grams sliced mushrooms
100 grams sliced green bell pepper
100 grams sliced onions
100 grams cooked ground beef
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, warm water, and olive oil. Stir to combine.
Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 10-inch deep dish pizza pan or cast iron skillet with olive oil.
Gently deflate the risen dough and press it evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.
Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the dough base. Sprinkle the dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the tomato sauce.
Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Distribute the cooked ground beef, sliced mushrooms, green bell pepper, and onions evenly over the cheese layer.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.