HOW TO REHEAT LEFTOVER PIZZA IN THE MICROWAVE
Don’t let your leftover pizza go to waste. A crispy crust is only a few minutes away with the right reheating process. Learn how to reheat leftover pizza in the microwave for a quick way to enjoy the rest of that pizza pie.
CAN YOU REHEAT PIZZA IN THE MICROWAVE?
Yes, pizza can be reheated in the microwave for an easy way to enjoy a tasty leftover meal without using your stove. Knowing how to use your microwave to reheat pizza can help you achieve a crispy crust and melted cheese without the soft, rubbery texture.
THE BEST WAY TO REHEAT PIZZA IN THE MICROWAVE
For a crisp crust, one of the best ways to reheat pizza in the microwave is using a microwavable plate, a cup of water and incremental heating. Whether the pizza you’re reheating is a slice of wood fire thin crust or Chicago-style deep dish, follow these steps to help avoid a soggy crust and cold toppings.
YIELDS
1 piece
INGREDIENTS
Leftover pizza
TOOLS
Microwavable plate
A cup of water
Microwave, such as these Maytag® microwaves
PREP TIME
2 minutes
COOK TIME
3 minutes
TOTAL TIME
5 minutes
STEP 1: PLATE THE PIZZA
Place your leftover slice of pizza on a microwavable plate. For best results, reheat slices one at a time.
STEP 2: FILL A CUP OF WATER
Next, fill a small cup or mug with water. Be mindful to make sure it is microwave-safe.
STEP 3: PLACE IN MICROWAVE
Place your plate of pizza in the microwave. Then, position your cup of water next to it. The cup of water helps to redirect moisture away from the pizza, which can help it heat more evenly and may lead to a crispier texture.
STEP 4: REHEAT FOR 30 SECONDS
Heat your leftover pizza in 30-second increments. Keep checking until the pizza is fully heated or warmed to your liking.
Maytag® microwaves help remove the guesswork and can help you reheat pizza with convenient options, like the Dual Crisp feature with crisping tray, found on select models, which crisps up everything from soggy pizza slices to frozen fries. This feature uses a broiler-like crisp element for better microwaved meals and leftovers. Select microwaves also have a Brown function that adds a crunchy layer to the top of food for even more crispiness.
STEP 5: DIG IN
Now you’re ready to enjoy your reheated, crispy slice of pizza with evenly melted cheese. Repeat the process for however many slices of pizza you wish to reheat.
SHOP MAYTAG® MICROWAVES FOR REHEATING PIZZA SLICES
HOW LONG SHOULD YOU MICROWAVE PIZZA?
The best way to microwave pizza is in 30-second intervals, until the slice is evenly heated. If your microwave has preset buttons for reheating pizza, utilize those and let your appliance take care of heating your leftovers. Consult your user manual if you are unsure.
Maytag® microwaves include select models that are equipped with convenient preset buttons and features to help you master mealtime.
HOW DO YOU REHEAT PIZZA IN A CONVECTION MICROWAVE?
Reheating pizza in a convection microwave requires the same process as a traditional microwave—using a cup of water and 30-second heating to help avoid soggy slices. However, convection microwaves use a fan to evenly disperse heat inside your microwave, which can help you quickly reheat and crisp your pizza.
HOW TO STORE LEFTOVER PIZZA
Instead of placing the entire pizza box in your fridge, the best way to store leftover pizza is by tightly wrapping the slices in plastic wrap or securing them in a resealable storage bag before refrigerating. This helps your pizza stay fresh longer. Storing an entire pizza box in your refrigerator takes up a lot of space and can lead to dry toppings and tough textures when it’s time to reheat and enjoy the leftovers.
If you have messy toppings, consider stacking slices on top of one another, separating each piece of pizza with wax or parchment paper. Then, securely cover the slices in plastic wrap before refrigerating.
Or, simply place the slices in a resealable bag, remove excess air, seal the bag and refrigerate. These methods can help keep your leftover pizza fresh for three or four days in the refrigerator or up to two months in the freezer.
EXPLORE MAYTAG® MICROWAVES
Whether you’re reheating pizza slices or warming up last night’s dinner, Maytag® microwaves are designed to help you look forward to leftovers with convenient settings on select models, like Convection Microwave Cooking and Dual Crisp Features.
Explore countertop and over-the-range microwaves from Maytag brand for your next microwaved meal.
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