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Homemade School Cafeteria Pizza

Homemade School Cafeteria Pizza That Takes You Back

A nostalgic Homemade School Cafeteria Pizza recipe that brings back childhood memories with thick crust, sweet sauce, and gooey cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Store-bought dough can be used for convenience.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Store-bought variety is fine.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Honey or agave can be used as alternatives.
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Cheese Blend (mozzarella & cheddar) Dairy-free cheese can be used for a vegan version.
For the Toppings (Optional)
  • 1 cup Toppings Use favorite ingredients like pepperoni or veggies.

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • mixing bowl
  • oven
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade School Cafeteria Pizza
  1. Begin by taking your pizza dough out of the fridge and allowing it to come to room temperature. Grease a large sheet pan with olive oil and press the dough evenly across the pan to about ½ inch thickness. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the tomato sauce with sugar and seasonings like oregano and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly and adjust sweetness or seasoning as needed.
  3. Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cheese blend on top and add any extra toppings you love.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Bake the assembled pizza for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  5. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and adjust the sweetness of the sauce to your liking. Serve with classic sides like carrot sticks or apple slices.

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