The Various Ways You Can Reheat Your Leftover Pizza

Not all leftover pizza is handled equally, resulting in sticky, sloppy abominations that are little more than shells of their former glorious selves. 

This isn't to say that cold pizza isn't fantastic on its own and is one of the greatest unofficial hangover treatments, but there are days when you'd prefer some warm pizza.

There's a lot of contradicting information about which equipment is ideal for reheating a piece or two.

This article will run you through some of the best ways to reheat your pizza.

Reheating It in the Oven

The best method to reheat leftover pizza is in the oven. It will taste virtually identical to the fresh pizza from your local pizza place: warm, with a crunchy crust, gooey cheese, and sizzling pepperoni. 

The disadvantage is that it will heat up your kitchen, which you might want to avoid in the summer, and it will take longer to cook than using the stovetop or microwave.

Here are some steps when reheating pizza in the oven:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

• You can place the pizza on a piece of foil and place it immediately on the rack to ensure equal heating. You can also preheat a sheet pan while the oven warms up for a crispier crust and place the pizza in the heated skillet.

• Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and warmed thoroughly. Bake for longer if you want your pizza to be crispier. If you're using a toaster oven, the slice will only need to be heated for 3 to 4 minutes.

Reheating It on the Stove Top

If you only need a slice or two of pizza and don't want to preheat the oven, reheating it in a pan on the stovetop is terrific. This method preserves the crispiness of the bottom crust while melting the cheese and thoroughly cooking the toppings.

There is an art to it when it comes to reheating pizza in a skillet. By pouring a little water into the pan and covering it, you'll create a steamer that will keep the toppings warm.

• Over medium heat, heat the skillet.

• Cook for a few minutes uncovered after adding the pizza slices.

• Add a few drops of water to the side of the pan (not the pizza).

• Cover the skillet with a lid and continue to cook the pizza for a few minutes more, or until the cheese has melted and the pizza is well warm.

This is best done in a cast-iron skillet, but it takes time to heat up. A stainless-steel skillet will also suffice.

Reheating It in the Microwave

Microwaving pizza is convenient, but it can leave a lot to be desired. The pie interior becomes mushy, and the crust is rock hard and nearly inedible by the time you get to it.

Water molecules absorb the radiation emitted by a microwave. The heat is generated by the vibrating of the water molecules as they absorb the energy.

Because the microwave cooks food from the inside out, the water molecules in the sauce heat up and evaporate, steaming the pizza and making it soggy. The crust loses most of its moisture, and you end up with a rock-hard crust.

However, if you have no other option, you can have a microwave-safe mug of water in your microwave so your pizza can heat up slightly more evenly.

Conclusion

We hope these methods have helped you get a little more mileage out of your leftover pizza. Pizza is delicious, and reheating it is only one way to enjoy it again!

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