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A golden brown Classic School Pizza, cut into squares on a sheet pan, with melted cheese and savory meat toppings.

Classic School Pizza Sheet Pan Recipe


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 generous servings 1x
  • Diet: Standard

Description

Recreate the iconic, nostalgic flavor of school cafeteria pizza at home with this easy-to-follow sheet pan recipe, perfect for family meals or a fun blast from the past.


Ingredients

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2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup powdered milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (about 2 1/4 teaspoons) quick rise yeast
1 teaspoon salt (for crust)
1-2/3 cups warm water (110-115°F)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound Italian sausage
1/2 pound ground chuck
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for meat)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for meat)
1 (8oz) block mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (6oz) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water (for sauce)
1/3 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
1 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Step 2: Prepare an 18 x 13 inch sheet pan by spraying it with cooking spray (like Pam) and lining it with parchment paper.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the flour, powdered milk, sugar, quick rise yeast, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together thoroughly.
Step 4: In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, add the vegetable oil to the warm water (110-115°F). Pour this liquid mixture into the dry flour mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a batter forms and no dry spots remain. Don't worry about lumps at this stage.
Step 5: Using your fingertips, spread the dough evenly onto the prepared sheet pan. If the dough resists spreading, let it rest for 5 minutes, then try again.
Step 6: Bake the crust alone for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and set it aside.
Step 7: For the filling, brown the Italian sausage and ground chuck in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper while cooking. Break up the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain any excess fat and set the cooked meat aside.
Step 8: Prepare your homemade pizza sauce (ideally made the day before for best flavor by combining tomato paste, water, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and rosemary).
Step 9: Once the partially baked crust is ready, spread the prepared pizza sauce evenly over the entire surface.
Step 10: Generously sprinkle the cooked meat crumbles over the sauce.
Step 11: Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat and sauce.
Step 12: Return the pizza to the preheated 475°F (245°C) oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown at the edges.
Step 13: Let the pizza stand for 5 minutes before cutting it into slices. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, make the pizza sauce the day before to allow flavors to meld. If the dough is too sticky to spread, lightly grease your fingertips with a little oil. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer for best crispness.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg
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