Classic Cafeteria-Style Pizza
A classic cafeteria-style pizza recipe that's quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite healthy toppings. Perfect for a quick dinner or family-friendly meal.
Equipment
- 10x15-inch baking pan
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
- 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough (or 1 batch homemade dough for a healthier option!)
- 1/2 to 1 cup pizza sauce (choose a low-sugar option if aiming for healthier)
- 2-3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Toppings
- Diced bell peppers
- mushrooms
- spinach
- lean pepperoni
- cooked lean sausage
- diced ham for a healthy twist!
- A pinch Garlic Powder Optional, for extra flavor.
- A pinch Dried Oregano Optional, for extra flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a hot 475°F (245°C). Lightly grease a 10x15-inch baking pan with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with cornmeal. This helps create a wonderfully crisp crust!
- Gently press your pizza dough into the prepared pan, stretching it to cover the entire surface. If using refrigerated dough, ensure it's at room temperature for easier handling.
- Spread your favorite pizza sauce evenly over the dough, reaching all the way to the edges. Feel free to use more or less to suit your taste!
- Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, spreading it to the edges for maximum coverage.
- Now's the fun part! Add any desired healthy toppings like fresh veggies or lean proteins. If you like, sprinkle a little garlic powder and dried oregano for an aromatic touch.
- Pop the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into classic rectangular pieces. Enjoy your delicious, homemade cafeteria pizza!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 263
Total Carbs: 24g
Net Carbs: 23g
Fats: 13g
Protein: 13g
Calories: 263
Total Carbs: 24g
Net Carbs: 23g
Fats: 13g
Protein: 13g
