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School Lunch Pizza Recipe

American · Main course · 40 min total

A nostalgic square pizza with a soft, thick crust, tangy tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese, just like from the school cafeteria.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 12 ounces)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, olive oil, salt, and yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease a 13x18-inch rimmed baking sheet.
4. Press dough evenly into the prepared pan, stretching to the edges. Let rest for 10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and sugar. Spread evenly over dough.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over sauce.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes, then cut into squares.

Tips

• For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
• Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven.
• Add cooked crumbled sausage or pepperoni for a meat lover's version.

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