There are different ways to assemble a grandma-style pizza depending on your preference. Some build these pies much like a standard pizza, with sauce directly on top of the dough, then toppings, then cheese. Others spoon the sauce on top of the cheese in diagonal lines. Both ways are excellent, so the choice is yours.

Prepare:

Let the dough rise as directed. Meanwhile, prepare and have ready:

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Grease a large rimmed baking sheet (about 18 × 13 inches). Stretch and pull the dough into a rectangular shape. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Stretch it out again to cover the bottom of the baking sheet. If the dough springs back, let it rest another 10 minutes and try again. There is no need to press the dough up the sides of the pan. Top the dough with the sauce, cheeses, and any desired toppings in the order you prefer. Bake the pizza until the cheese is melted and the crust is well browned, 20 to 25 minutes. If desired, turn on the broiler for a few minutes to brown the cheese. If desired, top with: