How many basic categories of sandwiches are there?
Two
According to Alton Brown, what is the most important part of the pizza and why?
The crust because it provides the foundation and structure.
What is a common pizza equipment item used to remove pizza from the oven?
Metal or Wooden Peel
What is the definition of pizza?
An oversized baked sandwich with a yeast bread base, served "open-faced" with assorted toppings.
What should be used to dust a pizza peel to prevent sticking?
Flour or semolina (or corn meal)
What type of sandwich has more than two slices of bread with several ingredients?
Multi-Decker Sandwich
Why is bread machine flour the best for making pizza crust?
It has a higher protein content to create more gluten
How long can sandwiches prepared ahead of time be refrigerated if wrapped individually?
2 to 3 days
Which "pizza-like" food item originated in the US?
Stromboli
This "pizza-like" food item originated in Italy.
Calzone
A ______________ is a flat bread that can be opened to form a pocket.
Pita
What are the three basic components to consider when making a sandwich?
1. Bread
2. Spread(s)
3. Filling
____________ style pizza is characterized by a deep dish dough with an inch or more of toppings and sauce.
Chicago
A crisp, thin dough with light tomato sauce and limited toppings describes which style of pizza?
New York
What do the ingredients found on a margherita pizza represent?
The Italian flag
__________ sandwiches are small, cold sandwiches that may also be served as hor d'oeuvres and are often made on bread or toast trimmed of crusts and cut into shapes.
Tea
What does "prepared to order" mean?
Ensures freshness
Where was the first pizzeria in the United States located?
New York City
A deep dish rectangular shaped pizza with a porous, chewy crust and crisp exterior is an example of what style of pizza?
Detroit
When and where was the first modern pizza created?
Naples, Italy - 1889
A "Monte Cristo" sandwich is an example of which type of hot sandwich?
Deep-Fried
Describe the term "mise en place".
To prepare and organize all ingredients needed before cooking.
A _____________ sandwich is served on a long, sliced roll with cheese, meat, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
Submarine
A pizza made with "fresh and simple" ingredients with basic dough, describes what style of pizza?
Neapolitan
What is a "canape"?