The Best Absolute Way to Reheat Leftover Pizza

There is nothing better than opening the fridge to leftover pizza. Below are 3 surefire methods for reheating pizza so it tastes almost as fresh as it did when you got it! Whether you are using the microwave, the oven, or a skillet on the stove, there is a method for you in this quick guide to reheating pizza.

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Does it matter how you reheat pizza?

How you reheat pizza is a matter of personal preference and it depends on what’s important to you when it comes to leftover pizza. Are you looking for speed? And extra crispy crust? The best-tasting leftover pizza? Do you just want the easiest method possible for reheating pizza? We’ve got you covered with 3 foolproof methods for reheating pizza.

Reheating Pizza in the Oven

Reheating pizza in the oven is an all-around great option. The crust is crispy, the cheese is gooey, and the toppings are sizzling. It will taste very similar to a fresh pizza, and it is a fairly easy method as well.

1. Heat your oven to 350°F.
2. Either preheat a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven and place the leftover pizza on the hot stone, or place the pizza on a piece of foil and put it directly on the rack in the oven. Any of these methods will heat the pizza evenly from both sides and lead to a crispy crust.
3. Heat the pizza for 10 minutes until the pizza is warmed through, the crust is crispy, and the cheese is melted. For a crisper slice of pizza continue to cook the pizza to your desired doneness.

Tip: You can also use a toaster oven if you are only working with a few slices.

Pros and Cons of Reheating in the Oven

Pros:

• Crispy crust
• Tastes like fresh
• Easy and hands-off
• Gooey melted cheese
• Easy to reheat large portions

Cons:

• Takes longer than the other methods
• Heats up your house
• Heating a whole oven is a lot for a few slices

Reheating Pizza in the Microwave

Using the microwave to reheat pizza is for sure the fastest and easiest method for reheating leftover pizza. There isn’t much to say about this method other than its best used when you need pizza fast! It makes the crust a little soggy and chewy, the topping doesn’t get crispy and sizzling, but the cheese does get melted and gooey.

1. Place the pizza on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Place a cup of water inside the microwave next to the plate to help heat the pizza evenly.
3. Cook on high for 45-second intervals until the pizza is warmed to your liking.

Pros and Cons of Reheating in the Microwave

Pros:

• Super fast and convenient
• Works if you are only cooking a few slices

Cons:

• Soggy crust chewy crust
• Microwave can dry out the pizza
• Doesn’t taste like fresh pizza

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Reheating Pizza on the Stove

Stovetop reheating is an underrated method for heating up leftover pizza. It’s perfect for heating a slice or two, the crust gets crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey. It also doesn’t take very long to heat pizza on the stove.

1. Heat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add slices of pizza crust side down and cook uncovered for a few minutes.
3. Once the bottom crust is crispy, carefully add a few drops of water to the pan, making sure not to get it on the pizza itself.
4. Quickly cover the pan to trap the steam and melt the cheese.

Pros and Cons of reheating on the Stove

Pros:

• Great for heating up a few slices
• The bottom crust the crispy
• The steaming help make the cheese soft and gooey
• Easy clean up with only one pan used

Cons:

• A more hands on method than the other two
• The cheese won’t crisp and bubble like in the oven
• Doesn’t taste exactly like a fresh pizza although quite delicious.

The Best Way to Store Leftover Pizza

To keep leftover pizza fresh during storage, avoid putting the box of pizza straight into the fridge. Instead transfer the pizza to an airtight container or wrap each slice in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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The Best Absolute Way to Reheat Leftover Pizza

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

There is nothing better than opening thefridge to leftover pizza. Below are 3 surefire methods for reheating pizza soit tastes almost as fresh as it did when you got it! Whether you are using themicrowave, the oven, or a skillet on the stove, there is a method for you inthis quick guide to reheating pizza.

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Instructions

Reheating Pizza in the Oven:

• Heat your oven to 350°F.
• Either preheat a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven and place the leftover pizza on the hot stone, or place the pizza on a piece of foil and put it directly on the rack in the oven. Any of these methods will heat the pizza evenly from both sides and lead to a crispy crust.
• Heat the pizza for 10 minutes until the pizza is warmed through, the crust is crispy, and the cheese is melted. For a crisper slice of pizza continue to cook the pizza to your desired doneness.
  

Reheating Pizza in the Microwave

• Place the pizza on a microwave safe plate.
• Place a cup of water inside the microwave next to the plate to help heat the pizza evenly.
• Cook on high for 45 seconds intervals until the pizza is warmed to your liking.
  

Reheating Pizza on the Stove

• Heat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Add slices of pizza crust side down and cook uncovered for a few minutes.
• Once the bottom crust is crispy, carefully add a few drops of water to the pan, making sure not to get it on the pizza itself.
• Quickly cover the pan to trap the steam and melt the cheese.