Rediscover the simple joys of school lunches with a warm, cheesy, perfectly crisp slice of pizza—right in your own kitchen. This Classic School Pizza recipe is easy to make, nostalgic, and sure to delight both kids and adults. Let’s bring back those cafeteria memories with a gourmet touch.
Ingredients
For the Pizza:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons cornmeal
- 1 pound prepared pizza dough
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage (ground)
- 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 (13-ounce) jar pizza sauce
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a half-sheet pan with 3 tablespoons of olive oil using a pastry brush. Sprinkle the pan evenly with cornmeal to create a classic, slightly crunchy base for the crust.
2. Stretch the Dough
Stretch the pizza dough into a rectangle that fits the pan. If it resists, let it rest for 5 minutes to relax—this ensures an even, easy stretch.
3. Cook the Sausage
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground sausage and Italian seasoning, cooking for 7–8 minutes until fully browned. Drain excess oil to prevent greasiness.
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