The School Pizza Recipe – Don’t Lose This Recipe

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 1 ⅓ cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ¼ cup nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Sauce:

• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 tsp oregano
• ½ tsp basil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup cheddar cheese (optional for extra flavor)
• Pepperoni slices, cooked sausage, or any toppings you like

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
   • Stir in dry milk, salt, oil, and half the flour. Mix well.
   • Gradually add remaining flour and knead until a soft dough forms (about 5–7 minutes).
   • Cover and let rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes or until doubled in size.
2. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Grease a 13″x18″ sheet pan or similar large baking tray.
3. Shape & Par-Bake:
   • Punch down the dough and press it into the greased sheet pan, stretching it to fit the edges.
   • Bake for 6–8 minutes to par-bake the crust. Remove from oven.
4. Add Sauce & Toppings:
   • Mix together all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
   • Spread sauce evenly over par-baked crust.
   • Add mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly, then layer with your favorite toppings.
5. Final Bake:
   • Return the pizza to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
6. Cool & Slice:
   • Let cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles—just like school pizza!

Enjoy that nostalgic bite! Let me know if you’d like a school-lunch dessert recipe to go with it (like peanut butter bars or fruit cup ideas).