As a former Chicago resident that has been a Texas transplant since 1978, I was thrilled to receive a deep dish pizza pan as a Christmas present this year. Chicago style pizza is my favorite food in the world, and because Texans still think that pizza is something only consumed at children's birthday parties and it's all terrible, I put this recipe to the test tonight. I was NOT disappointed! This is terrific and got rave reviews from my entire family. I don't much care if cornmeal is authentic or not. If it tastes good to you, use it! I will be making this again and again, I am certain. I don't get to the Windy City as often as I used to since my folks have both passed on, and I lament not being able to indulge in Lou Malnati's. But now I can make something almost as good at home. Now all I need is some decent Italian Sausage, as Texans don't know diddly squat about what that is at all. I think I will try making my own. Texans may know chili, but they don't know beans (pun intended) about making pizza. Thanks KAF! SO glad to hear this was a success for you! And thanks for sharing your comments here. Have you seen our recipe for stuffed pizza? It includes a recipe for homemade sausage... very easy and delicious. Enjoy - PJH

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