Deep Dish Pizza

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped pepperoni
• 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 5 minutes on a floured surface, then place it in a greased bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rise for 1 hour.
4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
5. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12 inch (30cm) circle. Place it in a greased deep dish pizza pan.
6. Spread pizza sauce over the dough.
7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and your desired toppings over the sauce.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.