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**3. A Hearty Tomato Sauce**
No deep-dish pizza is complete without a rich, flavorful tomato sauce. For the **Deep-Dish Pizza Pie**, we’ll prepare a robust sauce using ripe tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs like basil and oregano. The sauce will be simmered for hours to develop a deep, concentrated flavor that’ll hold up well under the layers of cheese and toppings. The tomato sauce is also important for creating that essential contrast in texture—rich and tangy against the richness of the cheese and the buttery crust.
We’ll also add a secret twist to the sauce: a dash of balsamic vinegar to enhance the sweetness of the tomatoes and a pinch of red pepper flakes for just the right amount of heat. This will balance the richness of the cheese and the crust with a bit of acidity and spice, giving the deep-dish pizza pie a fuller, more complex flavor profile.
**4. Meats and Toppings**
Traditional deep-dish pizza is known for being fully loaded, and for our **Deep-Dish Pizza Pie**, we’re taking that notion to the next level. We’ll start with classic meat options like **Italian sausage**, **pepperoni**, and **ground beef**, all sautéed with garlic, onions, and bell peppers for added flavor. The sausage will add a bit of spice and depth, while the pepperoni brings in a crispy, flavorful contrast to the gooey cheese.
Additionally, we’ll add a variety of fresh vegetables to the pizza, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions, to balance the heaviness of the meat and cheese. These vegetables not only contribute color and texture, but they also bring freshness and a touch of sweetness to the overall flavor.
**5. A Topping of Garlic Butter**
We’re not stopping with the traditional toppings—this pizza needs something extra. As we bake this deep-dish pizza pie to golden perfection, we’ll brush the crust with **garlic butter** to give it that final touch of indulgence. The garlic butter will infuse the crust with a savory, aromatic flavor, elevating the richness of the pizza to new heights. The garlic will also help to balance out the richness of the cheese and the meat, giving every bite a burst of flavor.
The garlic butter will melt into the crust, creating a slightly crisp yet soft texture with each bite. It’s the finishing touch that ties everything together—giving the pizza pie that over-the-top feel that makes you want to indulge.
### How to Make the Ultimate Deep-Dish Pizza Pie: A Step-by-Step Guide
Now that we’ve discussed the layers and components that make this **Deep-Dish Pizza Pie** so mouthwatering, let’s walk through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece.
**Ingredients:**
– **For the crust**:
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ cup cornmeal
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 tsp sugar
– 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
– 6 tbsp cold water
– 1 egg (for egg wash)
– **For the sauce**:
– 2 cups crushed tomatoes
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tsp red pepper flakes
– 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
– 1 tsp dried basil
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
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