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🍕📚 THE SCHOOL PIZZA RECIPE — DON’T LOSE THIS RECIPE!

The iconic cafeteria-style square pizza we all grew up loving!

⭐ INTRODUCTION

If you remember the smell of warm trays rolling through the school cafeteria, or the excitement of “PIZZA DAY,” then this recipe will take you straight back in time.
This classic School Lunchroom Pizza has a soft, slightly thick crust, a perfectly seasoned sauce, and that nostalgic cheese blend that made every kid race to the lunch line.

It’s simple, comforting, cheap to make, and unbelievably delicious.
One bite and you’re 10 years old again. 🥹🍕✨

🧂 INGREDIENTS

⭐ For the Crust

2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup powdered milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package quick-rise yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 2/3 cups warm water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

⭐ For the Pizza Sauce

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste

⭐ For the Toppings

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (for that classic cafeteria flavor!)
Pepperoni, sausage, or nothing (keep it classic!)

🔥 METHODS / PREPARATION OPTIONS

Method 1 — Classic School-Pan Style

Spread dough on a sheet pan for that nostalgic rectangular pizza.

Method 2 — Thick-Soft Crust Method

Let the dough rise an extra 20 minutes for fluffier squares.

Method 3 — Crispy Bottom Method

Lightly oil the baking tray before pressing in the dough.

Method 4 — Quick-Rise Fast Pizza

Use warm water and let rise only 10 minutes — still amazing!

🍳 INSTRUCTIONS

⭐ 1. Make the Dough

Mix flour, powdered milk, sugar, yeast, and salt together.
Add warm water and oil.
Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
Let rise for 10–15 minutes.

⭐ 2. Prepare the Baking Pan

Grease a large sheet pan generously.
Press the dough into the pan with your fingertips until it reaches all edges.
Let rise again for 10 minutes (optional but recommended).

⭐ 3. Make the Sauce

Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Keep it simple — that’s how school did it!

⭐ 4. Assemble the Pizza

Spread sauce evenly over the crust.
Sprinkle mozzarella + cheddar.
Add pepperoni or sausage if desired.

⭐ 5. Bake

Bake at 475°F (245°C) for 12–15 minutes,
or until cheese bubbles and edges turn golden.

Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into squares for real cafeteria vibes.

🕰️ HISTORY OF SCHOOL PIZZA

School pizza dates back to U.S. cafeterias of the 1960s–1990s.
Made to be cheap, filling, and easy to serve in large trays, it quickly became one of the most beloved cafeteria meals of all time.

Its distinct:

soft crust
simple sauce
cheddar + mozzarella mix
created a flavor that adults today still crave.
It’s pure childhood nostalgia. 🧡🍕

🧱 FORMATION — HOW THIS PIZZA IS BUILT

School pizza is all about structure:

🍕 Thick pan crust → soft, tender, slightly chewy
🍅 Simple sauce → balanced and mild
🧀 Cheddar + mozzarella blend → tang + stretch
🔥 High heat bake → golden edges and cafeteria aroma

Every layer has a purpose — simple ingredients, unforgettable taste.

❤️ LOVERS OF THIS RECIPE

Food Lovers

Anyone who grew up on school lunches
Pizza lovers
Busy parents
Meal preppers
Nostalgia food fans

Occasion Lovers

Perfect for:

family dinners
kids’ lunches
potlucks
weekend nostalgia nights

Romantic Lovers (Fun Section!)

Believe it or not, many couples bond over childhood memories —
and school pizza sparks conversations like:
“Remember pizza day?”
“Remember the chocolate milk?”
“Remember trading snacks?”

Sharing a slice brings back memories AND builds new ones. ❤️🍕

🎉 CONCLUSION

This School Pizza Recipe is more than food — it’s a delicious memory you can bake at home anytime.
It’s cheap, easy, nostalgic, and guaranteed to make everyone smile.
Whether you’re feeding kids or feeding your inner child, this recipe is a keeper.

Don’t lose it — save it, share it, and enjoy it! 🍕📚✨

If you want, I can also make: ✅ A pepperoni version
✅ A thick-crust cafeteria version
✅ A gluten-free school pizza crust
Just tell me “Send more!”