Pizza

Topped with a hearty lamb mix and sliced of roasted sweet potato, this beautiful pizza is delicious enjoyed sliced hot from the oven, melted cheeze oozing.

Enjoy the irresistible flavour combination of caramelised onions, fresh artichokes and creamy, crumbled goats cheese on this gorgeous pizza.

Make your own pizza crust and delight your family and friends with this irresistible artichoke, potato and fetta topping.

Full of authentic Italian flavours

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizza is full of authentic Italian flavour

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizzas are full of authentic Italian flavours

Sophie Gray uses basic Italian ingredients to create this simple and delicious dinner

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizza is full of authentic Italian flavour

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizzas are full of authentic Italian flavours

Quick and easy, these pizzas are just the ticket for a lazy lunch or laidback dinner - just throw in a salad! A great way to use up leftover Christmas ham.

Calzones are a fabulous way to use up leftovers. Stuff your pizza pocket with cheese and antipasto meats and veggies for a delicious flavour kick!

Indulge in pizza for dessert with this glorious sweet take on an Italian favourite - complete with syrupy apples and toasted almonds.

For a great twist on a basic muffin recipe; turn it into a pizza. Top with any of your favourite toppings, it's a great snack for adults and kids alike.

Using Lebanese bread for pizza bases means you can have this take-away favourite on your table in just 30 minutes.

The choice of pizza topping is only limited by our imagination. This quick and tasty version combines egg and cheese with a Mexican twist.

Mix Italy's favourite sauce with Italy's favourite grain and you have a modern spin on an Italian take-away classic.

Delight your taste buds with these mini-pizzas made with syrupy apples and served with cold ice-cream.

Serve these mini chicken pizzas with salad for a tasty lunch. They'd also make great party and picnic food

This salami pizza will become a family favourite as it's quick and easy using a pan instead of an oven.

Tickle the taste buds with this easy-to-make pancetta pizza topped with stuffed olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capsicum and fresh rocket.

Pizza with a twist! Pile your base high with veges that are packed with nutrients.

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a delicious veggie loaded pizza dish in no time at all!

The humble Hawaiian pizza is a flavour combination loved all over the world. Delight your friends and family with a fluffy, golden pizza topped with crispy ham, sweet, juicy pineapple and oozy melted cheese.

Get the kids to help make these fun pizzas and celebrate Halloween in spooky style.

These individual tortillas are packed full of brilliant flavours, and are delicious enjoyed as a starter or as a light meal. Topped with creamy, crumbly feta, salty, crispy chorizo sausage and beautifully fresh prawns, squeeze over some lime juice to create a dish that will delight all.

Top your thin crispy pizza bases with oozy, melted cheese, char-grilled eggplant and fresh basil leaves to create a brilliant gourmet dish in no time at all.

Give your leftover barbecued chicken a smoky twist on this flavoursome pizza topped with capsicum, mushroom, bacon, barbecue sauce and a touch of paprika.

All you knead! You can cater for every occasion with the perfectly versatile pizza.

Calzone originated in Naples, Italy, as a convenient form of pizza for those on the go.

(Makes 4 large pizzas) This recipe was given to me by my photographer, Nick Tresidder’s son Joseph and it never fails! They have a family tradition of pizza Sundays and now we do too. It’s a great way to get interactive with the family or if the kids are older it means they are on […]

Entertaining is a breeze if you beef it up!

This is ciabatta dough – to make ciabatta Loaf, shape into an oval and place on a greased tray. Double in size before baking for 25-30 minutes. Makes 2 pizza bases or 1 loaf Note

Lebanese bread, a bread stick or pita bread may be used instead of pizza base. Note

For alternative pizza bases try Turkish bread, tortillas or focaccia. Note

When sealing the edges of the calzone, use two different patterns to differentiate the mushrooms calzone from the sun-dried tomato ones. Note

It’s best not to place the mozzarella under the decorations, as they will slide off the pizzas as the cheese melts. Note

To find a warm place to leave your dought to rise, opt for a sunny spot or on the open door of the oven set on the lowest temperature. Note

You will need one bunch of silverbeet for this recipe. Note

Instead of bacon, you can use prosciutto. Add fresh oregano to the base with the barbecue sauce to enhance the flavour of your pizza. Note

Pizza couldn't get any easier.

This is an easy and fun way to make pizza. Be adventurous with your toppings – spinach and gorgonzola is a great combination, but try your own and mix it up.

MAKES 6 Note

You can make this pizza with beef or chicken mince, if you like, or spread them with hummus instead of the yoghurt. Note

Pizza magherita recipe made with slightly wet dough and a hot pizza stone produces a crisp yet chewy crust, the perfect canvas for bright homemade tomato puree, fresh mozzarella, and shredded basil.

On a hot pizza stone, this slightly wet homemade pizza dough produces a chewy yet crispy crust which makes this the perfect base for a deliciously cheesy margherita pizza.

The sauce must be very thick and rich. Note

Barbecue baby octopus pizzas brought to you by Real Living

Makes 1 x 30cm pizza The surf ‘n’ turf of the pizza world. Equipment Grater; rolling pin; 30cm pizza tray; pizza cutter or sharp knife; spatula Note

Individual barbecue chicken pizzas brought to you by Recipes Plus

Equipment: Sharp knife; 2 large baking trays; baking paper; frying pan; spatula. Note

Thick or thin, this Italian specialty has you covered.

Feast on the nutrient bonanza that is cauliflower with this tasty and versatile recipe by Sarah Bowman

Bbq baby octopus pizzas

Individual bbq chicken pizzas

Extra-delicious with baked beans in barbecue sauce. Huevos Rancheros (Ranchers’ Eggs) is a classic Mexican breakfast dish we’ve adapted. Add a pinch of chilli powder to tomato mixture. Avocado Salsa: To avoid avocado discolouring, make salsa just before serving. Note

Serve with a greek salad – chopped tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, olives and olive oil – if you like. Note

Use canned chopped tomatoes instead of cherry tomatoes; you may need to drain the can juices a little. Note

This dough will also make 1 large rectangular pizza. On a large, rectangular, baking paper-lined baking tray, roll out dough to 2cm thick. For a speedy option, use a jar of mixed antipasto or leftover roast vegetables. Note

Use fish or prawns, when an special, instead af marinara mix. Note

Look for pizza bases topped with tomato sauce. Note

You can use 2 teaspoons each of ground cumin and coriander instead of Middle Eastern spice mix. Try using flat bread instead of naan. Note

Budget tip: To get the cheapest fish, buy what’s in season. To remove seafood smell from your hands, rub them with lemon juice. Note

Barbecue chicken pizza brought to you by Recipes Plus

Passata is Italian tomato cooking sauce. It can be found it all good supermarkets. Note

Use canned corned beef instead of ham. Top with any of your favourite pizza toppings. You can cook the pizza on a baking tray in the oven. Note

You can use any marinated vegetables, such as mushrooms, zucchinis and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve on garlic bread or bruschetta. Note

For richer flavour, marinate chicken overnight. Note

Pepperoni sausage is in the deli section; if unavailable, replace with cabanossi. And you can use 4 small round pizza bases instead of English muffins. Note

You could use sun-dried tomato tapenade in place of the pesto, if preferred. Note

Use fresh berries when in season. Demerara sugar is in the sugar aisle. You can use raw or brown sugar instead. Before kneading/rolling out Dust a clean, dry surface lightly with flour. Have extra flour handy in case dough is too wet to handle. How do you knead? Stretch the dough with one hand as […]

For a bit of spice, you can use 2 chorizo sausages. Pizza Dough: Makes enough for 4 individual pizzas If mixture fails to bubble after 5 minutes, restart using afresh packet. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

These individual pizzas are a delightful way of enjoying vegetables.

Luca Villari gives you the tools to turn out authentic Italian-style pizza, just like the pros. Pizza is a Kiwi favourite and has long been one of the world’s most popular foods. Being very versatile, with endless topping possibilities, it can cater to a wide variety of tastes and dietary requirements.

Luca Villari gives you the tools to turn out authentic Italian-style pizza, just like the pros

Luca Villari gives you the tools to turn out authentic Italian-style pizza, just like the pros.

Luca Villari gives you the tools to turn out authentic Italian-style pizza, just like the pros.

Luca Villari gives you the tools to turn out authentic Italian-style pizza, just like the pros.