Pizza Vegetariana de Estilo Chicago

Ingredientes

• 1 1/4 c water, (warmed to 100F)
• 2 tsp sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast ((1 packet))
• 1/4 c olive oil
• 3 1/2 c unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1/2 c cornmeal
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 c (16 oz) crushed tomatoes, (drained)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/4 tsp oregano
• 3/4 tsp marjoram
• 1 tsp basil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 c mozzarella or provolone cheese, (shredded)
• 1/2 green pepper, (diced)
• 1/2 onion, (diced)
• 1/2 c black olives, (sliced)
• 4 oz mushrooms, (sliced)

Preparación

1. 1

   --- For the Pizza Crust ---

2. 2

   In a Bread Machine – Add crust ingredients to the bread pan of your bread machine, following the manufacturer’s instructions for the dough setting. (Don’t be afraid to open the lid to check on it during the first knead. The dough should come together to a nice, soft and slightly tacky ball. If the dough looks too moist, add more flour a teaspoon at a time. If it looks too dry, add warm water a Tbsp at a time.)When the dough is done, remove it from the bread machine.

3. 3

   By Hand – In a large bowl, mix together warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes, until yeast dissolves and begins to foam. Add oil, flour, cornmeal, and salt. Mix by hand or on low speed with a dough hook until a soft dough comes together, 5-7 minutes by hand or 3-5 minutes in a stand mixer. Place in a greased bowl and over loosely with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Set in a warm place to rise until doubled (1 hour).

4. 4

   --- Making the Pizza ---

5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 450F.

6. 6

   Punch down the risen dough, cover ti loosely and let it rest for 5-10 minutes while you prepare the sauce and pan.

7. 7

   To make the sauce: Mix together crushed tomatoes and herbs. Set aside.

8. 8

   Lightly oil the inside of a 10” spring form pan or deep dish pizza pan with olive oil.

9. 9

   Place the dough into the bottom of the pan, and press it gently until it covers the entire bottom and sides of the pan. (If the dough resists stretching, cover and let rest for 15-20 minutes before trying again.)

10. 10

    Sprinkle 1 ½ c of cheese over the bottom of the dough. Add chopped veggies over the cheese. Spread the crushed tomato sauce over the veggies.

11. 11

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the crust is golden.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and top with the remaining 1/2 c cheese.

13. 13

    Return the pizza to the oven and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

14. 14

    Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes before removing the sides of the spring form pan and serving.