It's been said that pizza is like sex — even when it's bad, it's still somewhat good. But why settle for mediocre sex, er, pizza? There are a vast array of choices out there, from large chain delivery to frozen to gourmet, but making homemade pizza is rewarding and, with a little preparation, can be ready to eat in the same amount of time it takes for delivery.
I've often heard people say that getting the crust right is tricky, attributing this to Florida's water quality and high humidity. Alas, my husband has defied these notions with his pizza crust recipe. He has made both deep dish and thin crust style, both results being tender, chewy and crispy. Sometimes he even grills our pizza, the char and smokiness adding an extra flavor dimension.
This article appears in Jul 29 – Aug 4, 2010.