World Flavors Cookbook

Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza

A thin, crispy, cracker-like crust pizza cut into squares, typically topped with a savory tomato sauce and a blend of cheeses, a local favorite in Chicago bars.

Cuisine: United States

Ingredients

• 1 lb thin pizza dough
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Italian sausage (optional)
• Dried oregano

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Roll dough very thin and place on a pizza peel.
3. Spread sauce evenly, leaving a small border.
4. Top with mozzarella cheese and optional sausage.
5. Sprinkle with oregano.
6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crust is crisp and cheese is bubbly.
7. Cut into squares ("party cut").