Alright, let’s talk about makin’ a deep dish pizza in that there Dutch oven. You know, the big ol’ pot? Yeah, that one. I seen folks makin’ all sorts of fancy things in ’em, but me? I like a good, hearty pizza. Nothin’ like it to fill ya up.
First thing’s first, ya gotta get yerself some dough. Now, I ain’t fancy. I just use that store-bought stuff. You know, the kind in the tube? Works just fine. If you wanna get all highfalutin and make yer own, be my guest. But I ain’t got time for that. Gotta get this pizza in the oven before the cows come home.
So, ya grease up that Dutch oven real good. Don’t skimp on the grease, now. You want that pizza to slide right out when it’s done. Then, ya take that dough and slap it in the bottom of the pot. Push it up the sides a bit, make a kinda bowl. Don’t worry if it ain’t perfect. Ain’t nobody gonna be lookin’ at the bottom of the pizza once it’s covered in cheese.
- First, grease the Dutch oven.
- Second, put the dough in the pot.
- Third, push the dough up the sides.
Next up, the sauce. Now, I like a good, thick sauce. The kinda sauce that sticks to the spoon, ya know? You can use whatever kind ya like. I usually just grab a jar from the store. Again, ain’t got time for makin’ it from scratch. But if you got the time and the tomatoes, go for it. Spread that sauce all over the dough, nice and thick.
Then comes the cheese. And let me tell ya, don’t be stingy with the cheese. A good pizza needs lots of cheese. I like to use mozzarella, but you can use whatever you got on hand. Cheddar, provolone, even a little bit of that fancy Parmesan if you’re feelin’ extra special. Just pile it on, I say. The more the merrier.
Now, for the toppings. This is where you can get creative. I like to keep it simple: pepperoni, sausage, maybe some mushrooms if I’m feelin’ healthy. But you can put whatever you want on your pizza. Onions, peppers, olives, pineapple – if you like it, put it on. Ain’t nobody gonna tell you how to make your pizza.
Once you got all your toppings on, it’s time to put that lid on the Dutch oven and get cookin’. Now, you can do this a couple of ways. You can put it in the oven, or you can even cook it over a campfire if you’re feelin’ adventurous. I usually just stick it in the oven, ’cause it’s easier. Bake it at about 375 degrees for, oh, I don’t know, 30 or 40 minutes? Just keep an eye on it. You want the crust to be golden brown and the cheese to be melted and bubbly. And make sure the inside is cooked through! Nobody wants raw dough.
When it’s done, take it out of the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before you try to cut it. That cheese is gonna be hot, and you don’t wanna burn your mouth. Then, slice it up and dig in. There ain’t nothin’ better than a deep dish pizza, hot outta the Dutch oven. It’s hearty, it’s filling, and it’s just plain good. Perfect for a cold night, or any night, really. So go ahead and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.
And that’s all there is to it. Makin’ a deep dish pizza in a Dutch oven is easy peasy. Just remember: grease the pot, use plenty of sauce and cheese, and don’t be afraid to get creative with your toppings. Now go on and make yourself a pizza. You deserve it.
Tags: [Deep Dish Pizza, Dutch Oven Cooking, Easy Pizza Recipe, Homemade Pizza, Comfort Food]
