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Rectangle School Pizza Recipe

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This Rectangle School Pizza recipe delivers a nostalgic, crispy thin-crust pizza reminiscent of classic school cafeteria slices. Made on a sheet pan with simple ingredients like pizza dough, sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and a touch of Italian seasoning, it’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing pizza that serves eight and comes together in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Pizza Base

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound pizza dough, close to room temperature

Toppings

  • 3/4 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 – 3/4 cup mini pepperoni (or regular pepperoni)
  • 2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Brush an 18×13-inch (half-sheet) baking pan thoroughly with olive oil to prevent sticking and help crisp the crust.
  2. Roll Out Dough: Place the pizza dough into the oiled pan and gently stretch it to fit the pan’s dimensions. If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for 5 minutes before trying again to achieve an even layer.
  3. Partially Bake Crust: Bake the dough in the hot oven for 5-7 minutes to begin crisping the crust. Adjust bake time based on how crispy you prefer the base.
  4. Add Sauce: Remove the partially baked crust and spread pizza sauce evenly over the entire surface, extending to the edges for that classic school pizza look.
  5. Add Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the sauced dough, then top with mini pepperoni slices to your preferred quantity.
  6. Finish Seasoning: Distribute grated parmesan cheese evenly over the toppings, then sprinkle Italian seasoning across the pizza to enhance flavor.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the pizza to cool for about 5 minutes to set the cheese and make slicing easier. Then cut into rectangles and serve warm.

Notes

  • Letting the dough rest makes stretching easier and prevents tearing.
  • Baking the crust before adding toppings ensures a crispier base.
  • Adjust the pepperoni amount based on personal preference or dietary needs.
  • Using a half-sheet pan replicates the classic school pizza size.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes or garlic powder before baking.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/rectangle-school-pizza-recipe/