Description
Relive the nostalgia of school cafeteria pizza with this homemade version that features a classic rectangular shape and delicious cheesy toppings.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 packet (2¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1¼ cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
Assembly:
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal (for dusting)
- 1½ cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- optional toppings: sliced pepperoni, diced green peppers, mushrooms
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Add salt, oil, and flour to form a dough. Knead until smooth.
- Rise the Dough: Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 475°F. Grease a sheet pan and sprinkle with cornmeal.
- Assemble the Pizza: Roll out the dough, spread sauce, add cheeses, sprinkle with oregano, and top with desired toppings.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and bubbly. Cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
- For extra nostalgia, use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses for a classic school flavor.
- This pizza freezes well after baking; reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
