How to Make Deep Dish Cheese Pizza with Giada De Laurentiis

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast (fresh, room temperature)
• 0.75 cup Warm Water (about 110°F (43°C))
• 1 teaspoon Honey (light honey)
• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (fine cornmeal for crust texture)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 0.25 cup Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, divided)
• 8 ounce Provolone Cheese (pre‑sliced or shredded)
• 1 cup Marinara Sauce (jarred or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (optional)
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated, optional)

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast

   Combine 1 tsp active dry yeast, 3/4 cup warm water (110°F), and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl. Stir gently and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

   Time: PT5M

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all‑purpose flour, 1 tbsp cornmeal, and 1 tsp salt.

   Time: PT2M

3. Combine Wet Ingredients

   Make a well in the dry mixture, pour in the activated yeast mixture and 1/4 cup olive oil. Stir with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

   Time: PT3M

4. Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   Time: PT5M

5. First Proof

   Lightly oil the mixing bowl, place the dough inside, coat the top with a drizzle of olive oil, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and set in a turned‑off microwave (or warm oven) for 1 hour until doubled in size.

   Time: PT1H

6. Shape in Springform Pan

   Generously oil the 9‑inch springform pan. Gently press the risen dough into the bottom and up the sides, stretching with fingertips; avoid tearing the dough.

   Time: PT5M

7. Add Cheese Layer

   Lay the sliced provolone evenly over the crust, covering the bottom and sides.

   Time: PT3M

8. Add Sauce and Toppings

   Spread 1 cup marinara sauce over the cheese. Sprinkle red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and grated Parmesan if desired.

   Time: PT3M

9. Bake the Pizza

   Place the pan on the bottom rack of a preheated oven at 425°F. Bake for 30 minutes, then move to the top rack and bake an additional 5 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

   Time: PT35M

   Temperature: 425°F

10. Rest and Serve

    Remove the pizza, let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.

    Time: PT10M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

620

Protein

28 g

Carbohydrates

62 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

4 g