Neapolitan-Inspired Pizzas

The puffy, leopard-spotted crust of Neapolitan-style pizza was once out of reach for most home pizza makers. Advancements in outdoor-pizza-oven technology have now made authentic Neapolitan pizza at home a reality. Some oven models are even certified by the AVPN (Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, the international authority for true Neapolitan pizza) for making legit Neapolitan-style pizza at home. At 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) in size, Neapolitan pizzas bake quickly (60 to 90 seconds) at high heat (800-900°F [427-482°C]). The result is a light and airy crust that is best topped sparingly with simple, thoughtful ingredients. The small size and quick bake of Neapolitan pizza make this style a great choice for a backyard pizza party.