schmahxgn Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 (edited) So the best pizza topping combination is something many will "poopoo", but there is gastronomical logic and reasoning behind them: Pepperoni: adds spice and fat to the pizza Ham: Adds a mild savory smokiness which compliments the pepperoni Extra cheese: Act as a foundation for all the toppings Pineapple: Add a sweet/sour note as well as acidity to cut through the fat. Jalapenos add heat and play well with the sweetness of the pineapple mushrooms add umami and quell the spice o the jalapenos This topping combination works best at Papa John's with hand-tossed traditional cost, but NEVER order this from pizza hut. The whole thing is like hot and sour soup in a pizza. Edited May 1, 2018 by schmahxgn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stilgar Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 At most a pizza should have three toppings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunStarHero Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 There isn't exactly a be-all, end-all pizza topping combo. There are classic ones, but beyond that it boils down to personal taste and proper usage of flavor profiles. It sounds like this is part of your food blog, so don't forget to mention things like sauces, additional toppings, flavors of cheese, seasonings, bastes, etc. You would also be remiss not to mention the crust and presentation styles, which is huge for pizza. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberbully Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 You said Papa Johns......Your entire post is null and void. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnmjy Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 I actually like Hawaiian pizza, but this sounds disgusting. I just can't eat mushrooms, and even if they weren't there I don't think pineapples go will with jalapeno peppers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nameraka Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 i usually do chicken, anchovies, and jalapeno on a white sauce. but then, i'm gross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokeNirvash Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 I like to mix toppings whenever I make or order pizza. Just don't order the craft-your-own from Mod Pizza with anchovy and greek olives unless you like having a mouth full of salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmahxgn Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 (edited) 15 hours ago, GunStarHero said: There isn't exactly a be-all, end-all pizza topping combo. There are classic ones, but beyond that it boils down to personal taste and proper usage of flavor profiles. It sounds like this is part of your food blog, so don't forget to mention things like sauces, additional toppings, flavors of cheese, seasonings, bastes, etc. You would also be remiss not to mention the crust and presentation styles, which is huge for pizza. My food blog is exclusively for my own cooking, reviews of small business that specialize in food and drink, and possibly cooking competitions in the future. I would not go out of my way to give free marketing to a large national pizza chain. However thanks for the tip. It is much appreciated. Edited May 1, 2018 by schmahxgn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmahxgn Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 7 hours ago, cyberbully said: You said Papa Johns......Your entire post is null and void. I live in the middle of nowhere land. Good pizza is non existent. Papa John's is the least abominable of my options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmahxgn Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 17 hours ago, stilgar said: At most a pizza should have three toppings. Matter of preference and opinion mi amigo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stilgar Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 2 hours ago, schmahxgn said: Matter of preference and opinion mi amigo... No, it is not. Anymore than three toppings will cause the crust to be under cooked. But you eat Papa John's pizza so I am not surprised you enjoy under cooked soggy pizza. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmahxgn Posted May 1, 2018 Author Share Posted May 1, 2018 I don't know what uneducated mouth breathers work at the Papa John's in your area, but my crust never comes out soggy when I order that particular combination. Also I don't order Papa John's because I believe it's good, it's just I live in a small town or it's the only thing open after 11 that delivers. Are you familiar with the phrase Beggars can't be choosers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupin_bebop Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Pepperoni, Italian sausage, bacon, Bacon, BACON, extra cheese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 canadian bacon and sauerkraut. /thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumbo Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 On 4/30/2018 at 8:19 PM, schmahxgn said: So the best pizza topping combination is something many will "poopoo", but there is gastronomical logic and reasoning behind them: Pepperoni: adds spice and fat to the pizza Ham: Adds a mild savory smokiness which compliments the pepperoni Extra cheese: Act as a foundation for all the toppings Pineapple: Add a sweet/sour note as well as acidity to cut through the fat. Jalapenos add heat and play well with the sweetness of the pineapple mushrooms add umami and quell the spice o the jalapenos This topping combination works best at Papa John's with hand-tossed traditional cost, but NEVER order this from pizza hut. The whole thing is like hot and sour soup in a pizza. light sauce; banana pepper; extra pepperoni; extra cheese; black olive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chapinator_X Posted June 5, 2018 Share Posted June 5, 2018 (edited) Mushroom, black olive, basil, and eggplant are my usual go-to ingredients I select, but they're interchangeable. I don't always go for all-of-the-above so I'm good with a pizza that has with any variation of these toppings. Edited June 5, 2018 by imchapp.in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackiemarie90 Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 I AM IN LOVE WITH ARTICHOKES ON PIZZA!! Artichokes are amazing with cheese, bell pepper, bacon, mushrooms, spinach, olives I love veggies on my pizza. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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