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Cross-era - Italian-American pizzerias and cooks in St. Louis, Missouri.
St. Louis Pizza is distinct for its ultra-thin, cracker-like crust, Provel cheese topping, and square slices. This regional specialty blends Italian-American pizza traditions with local innovations, emerging in mid-20th-century St. Louis area pizzerias and home kitchens.
Difficulty
Medium
Prep time
30 minutes
Cook time
15 minutes
Total time
45 minutes
Servings
8
Region
Missouri and the Midwest
Era introduced
Cross-era
Introduced by
Italian-American pizzerias and cooks in St. Louis, Missouri.
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St. Louis Pizza originated in the mid-20th century among Italian-American communities in St. Louis, Missouri. Known for its paper-thin cracker crust and signature Provel cheese blend, it differs from traditional Italian styles by emphasizing a crisp texture and uniquely smoky, processed cheese flavor. The square-cut slices and light tomato sauce contribute to its local identity, embodying a hybrid that reflects immigrant adaptation and regional tastes.
Recipe adapted from regional St. Louis pizzerias and oral histories; precise Provel cheese blend availability may vary.
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