Pizza & Calzones

“The peel was the perfect tool for the job.”

Whether you choose to make your own dough (which Nicole Russell, founder of Last Dragon Pizza in Far Rockaway, Queens, highly recommends) or buy it from the store, this “Kiss Mi Converse” pizza is destined for greatness. A homemade jerk marinade inspired by Russell’s Jamaican family takes center stage, giving rich flavor to the chicken topping, while the black olives, yellow peppers, and crossed scallion greens aren’t just delicious—they’re a salute to the Jamaican flag. You’ll have some extra jerk marinade left over from this recipe—it’s terrific for smoked or grilled chicken.

One of the characters on the Netflix show described deep-dish pizza as a "quiche made of cement"

Unlike a thin-crust Neapolitan-style pie, the thick, deliciously chewy crust of a classic grandma pie is easy to pull off at home. All you need is a sturdy, standard “half-sheet” rimmed baking sheet (steer clear of cookie sheets, which are smaller and less sturdy). Don’t stint on the oil for the pan—it helps create a gloriously crispy, golden crust. Spread with an oregano-spiked tomato sauce and topped with plenty of part-skim (not fresh!) mozzarella, this recipe delivers an old-school pizzeria experience at home.Related: More Pizza Recipes

When layering toppings on the pizzas before baking, use a lighter hand towards the center of each pie; the dough will puff while cooking, and the potatoes and cheese will gravitate towards the middle.

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