Pizzais one of the few foods that almost everyone knows and loves around the world.
It’s cheesy, delicious, and just about everywhere.
And for more, check out these15 Classic American Desserts That Deserve a Comeback.
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To put that in perspective, about 21,000 slices are eaten nationally in just one minute.
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The pizzeria, called Antica Pizzeria, named theMargherita pizzaafter Queen Margherita of Italy.
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They brought the idea back to the United States and helped make it the popular dish it is today.
The USDA also noted that a usual two-slice serving of pizza accounts for 37% of your daily recommendedcalciumconsumption.
And it’s prominent in pizza.
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The first known documentation of the word “pizza” is from 997 C.E.
Although pizza wasn’t a global phenomenon until the 1950s, the word dates back to centuries ago.
Currently, this pizza costs 8,300 (about $12,000 in the United States).
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The pizza was also 100%gluten-freeand was made to spread awareness about health-conscious food choices.
Other popular toppings include corn,potatoes, tuna, andbacon.
The easy way to make healthier comfort foods.
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The area of a circle increases with the square of the radius (aka the diameter).
Therefore, the larger the diameter of the pizza, the more pizza you get perslice.
Each year, we consume, on average,more than 250 million pounds' worthof the meaty topping.
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It contained Romano instead of Mozzarella cheese.
Every year,$38 billion worth of pizzas are sold in the country.
And a full17% of all restaurants in the U.S. are pizzerias!
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The majority of the American population consumes at least one slice of pizza a month, according tothe USDA.
It also contributes 35% of your recommended dailyproteinintake.
October is National Pizza Month in the U.S.
That’s right!
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The United States has an official month dedicated to pizza.
It sounds like a dinner we’ll always be on board with!
The researchers speculated that this is due to the tomato sauce’s high lycopene content.
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So give ourhomemade tomato sauce recipea try!
The average pizza is also normally supposed to feed a group of four (two slices per person).
you’ve got the option to order the pizza of your cheesy dreams at this pizzeria chain.
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He is a Domino’s franchise owner from Tallahassee, Florida.
So it’s not too surprising that the chain sells an average ofthree million pizzas dailyaround the world.
Thirty-three years later, it’s one of the most recognizable brands in the pizza industry.
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They also usually include bacon.
There is an annual pizza expo in Las Vegas
Pizza fans, rejoice.
A 2017Forbesreport revealed that Leprino Foods supplies the mozzarella for all three chains.
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Check out thesesecrets for eating pizza the smarter way.
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