Most Popular Pizza Stones
A pizza stone is a must-have item in every bread maker and pizza lover's home. It mimics the qualities of a restaurant's brick oven and creates a cooking surface that evenly distributes heat, while baking without over-browning. It can be used for breads, pizzas and even baked goods. There are a few popular brands available with various prices, materials and styles to fit your needs. Does this Spark an idea?
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Bang for the Buck
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The Sassafras 15-inch pizza stone comes with a metal rack that makes it easier to carry the stone in and out of the oven. It's a rugged piece that is easy to clean, and makes it possible to cook anything from bread to cookies. Unlike other stones, this one is just over $10, at the time of publication, and it's of comparable quality to more expensive brands.
Ceramic Pizza Stone
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The glazed pizza stone by Flame Top for Emile Henry comes with good reviews despite its hefty price tag. It's users love the built-in handles and the glaze that doesn't scratch when using a pizza cutter. The only drawback is that it costs about $50, at the time of publication.
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Dishwasher Friendly
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The drawback to most pizza stones is that you must wash them by hand. The 15-inch Rada Cutlery Stoneware Pizza Baking Stone alleviates that burden with its dishwasher-safe version. The stone is already pre-seasoned -- it doesn't give off a smell during initial use -- and is very durable. It also comes with a brochure with recipe ideas for first-time pizza stone users. This stone costs a little under $40, at the time of publication.
The Larger Stone
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For those with more baking in mind or those who'd like a thicker-crust pizza, the Pampered Chef Large Bar Pan is ideal. Because of its size and shape, it's an essential item for everyday bakers. It can bake anything from rolls to stuffed mushrooms, pizza and brownies. At the time of publication, the cost is around $40.
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