3-Chord-Genius
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Frozen pizza has become state-of-the-art, but there is still something about freshly made pizza that cannot be duplicated. I can't pinpoint what it is though.
It's not delivery...it's Digiorno
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Guitarteach
Doctor of Teleocity
I made pizza today (the thread inspired me to make some dough this morning). Flour, water, olive oil, yeast, pinch of salt. Topping - reduced tomatoes and real Italian mozzarella made with milk from a cow, not an artificial 'cheese flavoured substitute/analogue' from a chemical plant.
But all I got to show for it now is a spare crust. Shame , it was beautiful with just some black olives, mushrooms and ham.
If I did not live in rainy England I'd build a brick wood fired oven.
But all I got to show for it now is a spare crust. Shame , it was beautiful with just some black olives, mushrooms and ham.
If I did not live in rainy England I'd build a brick wood fired oven.
ZackyDog
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How about the preservatives used in frozen pizza, and how it affects the flavor?
I've never seen a picture of leftover pizza crust, but glad you enjoyed your home-made pizza.
What would be in frozen or ice box pizza that would not be in the ingredients normal people would use to make a homemade pizza?
I think this is why I like the rack better. I can cook the sauce, cheese, and other ingredients more, and not burn the crust in the process.
Mr. Lumbergh
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I don’t recommend doing so...
ZackyDog
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Frozen pizza usually contains preservatives and chemicals to make sure the pizza survives its stay in the freezer case. As far as I know, pizza you make from scratch---at home or at the pizza restaurant---does not.
Incidentally, I'm not sure if supermarkets, who make their pizza at the store, use these chemicals and preservatives. I am guessing, no.
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I'm assuming you're referring frozen pizzas? They are specifically formulated to NOT go on a stone.
ZackyDog
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Being from NYC, I'm a major pizza snob, but now that I live in Stupidland (Florida) it's hard to find a good pie. There are places, but it ain't like back home, where I could walk to 3 or 4 great pizza places in 10 minutes.
So, with frozen pizza, it ain't really the brand, it's how you fix it up, here is my recipe:
Any frozen pizza, then EVOO,fresh garlic,(not that "minced garlic in oil crap") sun dried tomatoes, fresh basil,just a hint of anchovy (optional) oregano, and maybe a few shreds of Bleu,Gorganzola, or Limburger cheese, and you GOTTA use a pizza stone. As good, if not better, than most Stupidland pizza parlors.
So, with frozen pizza, it ain't really the brand, it's how you fix it up, here is my recipe:
Any frozen pizza, then EVOO,fresh garlic,(not that "minced garlic in oil crap") sun dried tomatoes, fresh basil,just a hint of anchovy (optional) oregano, and maybe a few shreds of Bleu,Gorganzola, or Limburger cheese, and you GOTTA use a pizza stone. As good, if not better, than most Stupidland pizza parlors.
ZackyDog
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I tried this one tonight; it was a bit anticlimactic...
I even add some fresh mozzarella...
The crust reminded me of a big saltine...
The crust was the weak link. I give this one a 2.5 out of 5 stars. The traditional crust gets 4 out of 5 stars.
I even add some fresh mozzarella...
The crust reminded me of a big saltine...
The crust was the weak link. I give this one a 2.5 out of 5 stars.
The traditional crust gets 4 out of 5 stars. 
DonM
Friend of Leo's
They aren't bad in a pinch.
I tried this one tonight; it was a bit anticlimactic...
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I even add some fresh mozzarella...
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The crust reminded me of a big saltine...
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The crust was the weak link. I give this one a 2.5 out of 5 stars.
My wife wants the crust wafer thin, fresh pizza or frozen. To me, thin crust pizza is just an appetizer!
Am I the only person in the world who thinks pizza's are a major rip off ! The cost of the ingredients are minimal and they don't require a great deal of preparation or cooking . Don't get me wrong I love a pizza I just wish I owned Dominos or the Pizza Hut ![emoji3] for the same price as a medium pizza you could get a big belly busting helping of fish and chips and mushy peas .
pondcaster
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It's not delivery, it Garbagio!
There is no decent frozen pizza. There, I said it.
And get the #%$ off of my lawn!
No mention of Boboli crusts. Thats what I use.
1 drain a can or 2 of your favorite tomatoes, For me Hunts Garlic and Oregano No Salt. Put Tomatoes on the crust. Use drained juice for a Bloody Mary.
2 put on cheese. I use 50/50 Cheddar and Monterey Jack. WHAT! Yep, Grottos vote best Pizza in DE., has used a Cheddar blend since day 1and Dom is 100% Sicilian. You ll be stunned how good Cheddar is on a pizza.
3 add toppings. For me an entire garlic head cut into slices, pepperoni, sliced onions, and sweet peppers. Rehoboth Beach is the only place I ve seen the sweet peppers used vs fresh Bell peppers. Those are the same as are used on Subs. Excellent on pizza....Then cook.
1 drain a can or 2 of your favorite tomatoes, For me Hunts Garlic and Oregano No Salt. Put Tomatoes on the crust. Use drained juice for a Bloody Mary.
2 put on cheese. I use 50/50 Cheddar and Monterey Jack. WHAT! Yep, Grottos vote best Pizza in DE., has used a Cheddar blend since day 1and Dom is 100% Sicilian. You ll be stunned how good Cheddar is on a pizza.
3 add toppings. For me an entire garlic head cut into slices, pepperoni, sliced onions, and sweet peppers. Rehoboth Beach is the only place I ve seen the sweet peppers used vs fresh Bell peppers. Those are the same as are used on Subs. Excellent on pizza....Then cook.
I have not done frozen in a while, just the Sam's Club icebox (take and bake) pizzas. They are just made with ingredients anyone could buy there in the store.
