Julius, Author at Insider Pizza

Best Pizza Sauce Recipe: No-Cook vs Cooked Versions Compared

Bowl of fresh plum tomatoes with garlic, basil, olive oil, salt, and herbs

Should you cook your pizza sauce or use it raw? We compare both methods and share the best recipe for each style — plus tips on tomato variety, seasoning, and consistency.

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Recipe: The Authentic Version

Deep-dish pizza topped with pepperoni, sausage, melted cheese, and herbs

Make authentic Chicago deep dish pizza at home with this step-by-step recipe. Buttery cornmeal crust, layered fillings, and crushed tomato sauce on top — just like Lou Malnati’s.

Sourdough Pizza Dough Recipe: Long Fermentation for Maximum Flavor

Three rounded dough balls dusted with flour in a wooden tray.

Use your sourdough starter to make incredible pizza dough. This slow-fermented recipe delivers complex flavor, better texture, and easier digestion than same-day dough.

Pizza Stone vs Pizza Steel: Which One Should You Buy?

Two pizzas baking side-by-side, one on a pizza stone with golden crust, one on a pizza steel with charred crust

Pizza stone or pizza steel? We compare heat retention, preheat time, durability, and results to help you choose the right baking surface for your home oven.

Best Mozzarella for Pizza: Fresh vs Low-Moisture vs Burrata

Burrata cheese with creamy interior, bowl of bocconcini balls, and braided mozzarella cheese on a marble surface with basil and seasoning.

The mozzarella you choose dramatically affects your pizza. Here is the complete guide to fresh, low-moisture, and burrata mozzarella for pizza.

How to Stretch Pizza Dough Without Tearing (Step-by-Step Guide)

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Stretching pizza dough without tearing is a skill every home pizza maker needs. Here is the step-by-step technique that actually works.

Ooni Koda 12 vs Koda 16: Which Size Should You Buy?

Wood-fired pizzas, salads, and drinks on a rustic table with people socializing in background

The Ooni Koda 12 and Koda 16 are the two most popular gas-fired pizza ovens. Here is exactly how they differ and which one is right for you.

Best Pizza Toppings Combinations (Classic and Creative)

Pizza with fresh figs, prosciutto, arugula, cheese, and balsamic glaze

The right topping combination turns a good pizza into a great one. Here are the classic combos and some creative new ideas worth trying.

Best Pizza Making Kits for Beginners in 2026

Wooden pizza board surrounded by pizza cutter, dough scraper, spices, tomato sauce, basil, olive oil, and garlic cloves

The best pizza making kits for beginners include everything you need to start making great homemade pizza. Here are the top picks for 2026.

Pizza Flour Guide: 00 Flour vs All-Purpose vs Bread Flour

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The flour you use determines the texture and chew of your pizza crust. Here is a complete breakdown of 00 flour, all-purpose, and bread flour for pizza.