We’re recapping the Pan Pizza series and talking about the things we love (and don’t love) about the style. Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. The goal is having fun and learning!
We’re continuing our series on Pan Pizza – this week is Sicilian style. Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. The goal is having fun and learning!
We’re continuing our series on Pan Pizza – this week is Detroit style. We base our recipe off the Serious Eats’ Detroit style. Llyod Pans makes the industry standard in Detroit Style deep-dish pans. You can get one on Amazon. The pizza cutter Kendra mentioned during the intro. Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) … Read more
We’re continuing our series on Pan Pizza – this week is the Round Pan variety. We like using an aluminum cake pan instead of a cast iron skillet. You can hear the full breakdown in the episode, but cast iron doesn’t heat up quickly enough to get that crisp crust. You can find the recipe … Read more
This episode kick’s off a new series on Pan Pizza. Each week we’ll talk about a specific type of pan pizza – this week is the Grandma Pie. Throughout the next few episodes we reference Peter Reinhart’s excellent book Perfect Pan Pizza. The recipe Michael walks through in this episode is Reinhart’s “White Flour Dough”. … Read more
In this episode we discuss favorite topping combinations, from classics to non-traditional. Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. The goal is having fun and learning! 🍕🤓 Theme music by Dyalla Swain http://soundcloud.com/dyallas.
In this episode we talk about grilling pizza, a fun alternative to cooking in your kitchen oven. Recommendation: Pizza Cutting Wheel Link: NY Style Master Dough Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. The goal is having fun and learning! 🍕🤓 Theme music by Dyalla Swain http://soundcloud.com/dyallas.
Michael and Kendra answer listener questions! Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. The goal is having fun and learning!
This episode is the fifth (and last) in our Neapolitan style series! In this episode we review all the things for this style pizza. Our favorite easy Neapolitan dough recipe: King Author Flour’s “Best Pizza You’ll Ever Make” Our overall favorite Neapolitan dough recipe: LA Magazine’s “Traditional Neapolitan-Style Pizza” Neapolitan sauce recipe (from LA Magazine): … Read more
This episode is the fourth in our Neapolitan style series! In this episode we talk about toppings for this style pizza, including basics and some special recommendations. Also, why we think it’s worth buying really good ingredients for Neapolitan pizza toppings. Our favorite easy Neapolitan dough recipe: King Author Flour’s “Best Pizza You’ll Ever Make” … Read more
This episode is the third in our Neapolitan style series! In this episode we take a deep dive into sauce and somehow find a way to spend 25 minutes talking about the simplest red sauce you’ll ever make. Our favorite easy Neapolitan dough recipe: King Author Flour’s “Best Pizza You’ll Ever Make” Our overall favorite … Read more
This episode is the second in our Neapolitan style series! We tested over 15 recipes to come up with two that we recommend. One is simple and very good. The second is more time-consuming, and it’s amazing. In this episode we take a deep dive into the dough-making process for those two recipes, including ingredients, … Read more
This episode is the start of our second series: Neapolitan style pizza! We tested over 15 recipes to come up with two that we recommend. One is simple and very good. The second is more time-consuming, and it’s amazing. Next episode we’ll take a deep dive into the dough-making process for those two recipes. If … Read more
Our first “series” explores NY style pizza. In this episode we recap the entire process, making it a great resource episode for when you’re ready to try it at home! Next week we’ll start our next a new series on Neapolitan Pizza. Ask us questions over on instagram (@pizzanerdsco) and remember, there’s no perfect pizza. … Read more
Our first “series” explores NY style pizza. In this episode we discuss the technique of making this great pizza at home, including how to stretch dough, what surface to cook on, and how you can get your best pizza bake from your home oven. Lots of great practical advice here. We’ve got a whole list … Read more
Our first “series” explores NY style pizza. In this episode we discuss what you can put on a NY style pizza, from traditional options to creative and fun combos. Some favorite topping ideas: Maple Apples, Blue Cheese, and Bacon Roasted Garlic, Chicken, and Spinach Blackberry, Ricotta, and Basil Mediterranean Chicken Caramelized Apple Gorgonzola Sausage, Broccoli … Read more
In PART 2 of our New York Style series, we talk about sauce. What makes NY style sauce unique? What are the basic ingredients and technique for making it? Here are the sauce recipes we talk about and recommend: Basic NY style sauce (wonderfully flavorful and balanced for NY style pizza). Dipping sauce (in our … Read more
Our first “series” explores NY style pizza. In this episode we discuss what makes NY pizza iconic, and share our favorite dough recipe.
Why do we love making and eating pizza? What’s the difference between an expert and a nerd? We discuss these questions plus take a fun look at the history of pizza.
