When it comes to pizza, everyone has their own opinion on what makes a good pizza. Is it the perfect crust? The right amount of toppings? Maybe it’s how the pizza is pan-fried.
No matter how you slice it, there are different factors that make one pizza better than another. Here are nine ways you can make your next pizzas taste better than ever.
A good pizza starts with a great dough
Pizza dough is one of the most important aspects of making a good pizza. The quality of the dough can make or break a pizza. When it comes to dough, less is definitely more. A good pizza maker only uses as much flour as is needed to create a great tasting dough. Too much flour can make a dough too dense and heavy. A dense dough also means that it won’t make for a very airy and crispy pizza.
Keep in mind that the shape of the dough will also affect how good it tastes. The best pizza dough is made from hard white wheat flour. To get the best taste and texture, you’ll want to make your dough as close to room temperature as possible. If you’re in a pinch and have to make your dough right away, place it in the fridge so it comes to room temperature slowly.
Choose your cheese wisely
There are so many different types of cheeses to add to your pizza. Before you choose which cheeses to use, consider their flavors. What’s the type of pizza you’re making? Some cheeses are better suited for savory pizzas, while others are better suited for sweet pizzas.
When you’re deciding on cheeses, take into consideration the flavors of the other ingredients you’re using. Just because one type of cheese blends well with basil, doesn’t mean it will blend well with green peppers. If you’re adding additional herbs and spices to your pizza, think about how it will taste with certain cheeses.
For example, mozzarella and basil are a classic combination. However, other herbs, like oregano, are a bit more aromatic and aromatic herbs might not work very well with mozzarella.
Don’t forget to salt the crust
Salt is a crucial ingredient in pizza. It’s what makes your crust taste great. When you’re adding salt to your crust, don’t skip one side of the pizza pan. You want to salt both sides of the crust. This will ensure that the crust absorbs the salt evenly.
You can also add additional flavors to your salt crust by mixing it with garlic cloves or basil leaves. If you’re using a pre-made crust, you can add a bit of extra flavor to the crust before adding your toppings. You can either mix the extra crust with your other ingredients or add it to the pizza so it melts a bit before it gets topped.
Pre-cook the veggies to get that al-dente texture
Many people like to put vegetables on their pizza raw. While it’s fine to cook vegetables after they’re added to your pizza, you can get a better texture by cooking the vegetables before you put the pizza in the oven.
This will shorten the cooking time and it will result in a more al-dente texture. When you’re pre-cooking vegetables for your pizza, you can cook them with herbs and spices. This ensures that the vegetables are infused with flavor while they finish cooking.
You can also add chopped garlic cloves while they’re pan-frying to infuse the vegetables with even more flavor.
Get plenty of toppings on your pizza
Pizza is a great food for sharing. Even if it’s just one pizza per person, you should certainly get plenty of toppings on your pizza. This allows you to add as many different toppings as you want without having to pick just one. Try different combinations to see what you like best. You can even get creative and create your own signature pizza toppings.
If you’re hosting a pizza party, you can even let people vote on which combination they like best. This will help you get a better idea of what people prefer. As you’re making your pizza, make sure to put your ingredients in a way that makes it as easy as possible to add more toppings. Add your veggies on one side of the pizza and your sauces and cheeses on the other side. This way, you can easily add more toppings without having to mess up your layout.
Use quality ingredients and herbs on your pizza
While the type of ingredients used in your pizza doesn’t have much to do with how good it tastes, it does have a lot to do with how good it tastes. You can’t expect to make a delicious pizza just by throwing various ingredients together. You need to make sure that you’re using quality ingredients and herbs. You don’t want your pizza to taste like cardboard.
If you make a pizza with substandard ingredients and herbs, you should expect to be disappointed. Avoid pre-packaged pizza ingredients and make your own pizza from fresh ingredients whenever possible. You’ll get more bang for your buck and you’ll be able to control the ingredients much better.
Good oils don’t necessarily make great pizzas
The type of oil used in your pizza shouldn’t be overlooked. You shouldn’t just use any ol’ oil to make your pizza. If you do, you’ll likely end up with a pizza that’s too oily and doesn’t have enough flavor. Some oils have a high amount of polyunsaturated fat, which some studies have linked to a higher risk of cancer. This means that you should try to use a healthier oil, like olive oil, when making your next pizza.
You don’t want to use too much oil on your pizza. This might make the crust soggy and difficult to chew. A good rule of thumb is to use the same amount of oil as you would with your regular pan-fried pizza.
If you’re making a stuffed pizza, think carefully about which ingredients go where
If you’re making a stuffed pizza, you need to think carefully about where you put the ingredients. While a stuffed pizza can be delicious, it can also be messy. Make sure to put your tomato sauce on the bottom so it doesn’t get soggy. You can then add your toppings on top of the sauce. If you have a long bench knife, you can use it to scoop up the ingredients and place them on your pizza.
If you’re making a stuffed pizza, make sure you have enough hands available. You don’t want to end up with a messy pizza, while someone else tries to clean off the table or counter during clean up.
You have to know how to cook your pizza properly
Just like any other type of food, you need to know how to properly cook pizzas. You don’t want to just throw them in the oven and call it a day. Properly made pizzas need to be cooked at a high enough temperature for a certain amount of time. For a crispy crust, you need to cook it at a high temperature. You can use a pizza stone, but they’re expensive, so a regular baking sheet will work just fine.
If you’re making a stuffed pizza, make sure you pre-cook the meat and veggies. This will allow for a crunchy crust. You can also make sure that you add enough sauce to your pizza to keep it from getting dry.
Wrapping it up
Pizza is one of the most popular foods. There are countless ways to cook pizza, and there are hundreds of different types of pizza. No matter which kind of pizza you like to make, there are nine things you can do to make your pizzas tastier than ever.
What are your favorite toppings you like to add to your pizza?
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Pizzaville is a local mom and pop pizzeria located at the corner of Goose Creek Road and Westport Road in Louisville, Kentucky (between Bandido Taqueria Mexicana and Great Clips). Pizzaville serves the best pizzas using scratch made dough, premium toppings, and the highest quality cheeses available all at a fair price with the friendliest, most helpful customer service in the industry.
For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit Pizzaville’s website at www.pizzavillepizza.com
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Co-Authors - Rachael Reed and Todd Case
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