The School Pizza Recipe

If you’re craving a nostalgic slice of pizza reminiscent of school lunches, this School Pizza recipe is perfect for you. With its soft crust, hearty meat topping, and zesty sauce, it’s a simple yet satisfying meal. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

Crust:

• 2-2/3 cups flour
• 3/4 cup powdered milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 package quick rise yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1-2/3 cups warm water (110-115°F)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Filling:

• 1/2 pound Italian sausage
• 1/2 pound ground chuck
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (8-ounce) block mozzarella cheese

Sauce (make the day before):

• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Spray an 18×13-inch sheet pan with non-stick spray and line it with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered milk, sugar, yeast, and salt.
4. Add the vegetable oil to the warm water, then pour it into the flour mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a batter forms. It’s okay if there are a few lumps, just ensure there are no dry spots.
5. Spread the dough onto the prepared sheet pan with your fingertips until it’s even. If the dough resists, let it rest for 5 minutes and then try again.
6. Bake the crust alone for 8-10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

1. In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage and ground chuck with salt and pepper until crumbled. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce by mixing all the sauce ingredients together. (Make sure to make this the day before for the best flavor.)

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Spread the sauce evenly over the partially baked crust.
2. Sprinkle the browned meat mixture over the sauce.
3. Grate or slice the mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it over the top.
4. Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese starts to brown.
5. Allow the pizza to stand for 5 minutes before cutting into slices and serving.

Enjoy Your School Pizza!

This School Pizza recipe delivers all the nostalgic flavors of the classic cafeteria pizza with a homemade touch. Perfect for a casual dinner or a fun family gathering, it’s a recipe you’ll want to keep handy!