Homemade Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza

Making a homemade Chicago-style deep-dish pizza is a rewarding endeavor. Here's a recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the Filling:

• 1 pound Italian sausage, crumbled and cooked
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Toppings: 

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