Traditional Crust Pizza

The crust is not too thick and not too thin.  Usually it is created by rolling the dough into a round circle then topping it with sauce and cheese.

Deep Dish Pizza

A think crust and dense toppings usually characterize deep-dish pizza, also known as pan pizza.  Baking time tends to take longer however one slice might make a meal for many people.

New York Style Pizza

Pizzas from neighborhood pizza parlors in New York tend to be much thinner than its Chicago cousin.  Typically the thin crust allow for faster cooking but less dense toppings.  The crust is also usually prepared by tossing it up in the air and twirling it.

Calzone

This is basically a stuffed pizza crust.  The uncooked crust is filled with traditional topping then folded and baked.  An easy to manage snack, these have gained in popularity across the country in the last few years.

Pizza Bread

Also known as French bread pizza, it is perhaps one of the easiest to make. The French bread loaf is usually sliced down the center into two halved.  The sauce, cheese and topping are then placed on the flat, sliced surface.

Toppings are usually a matter of preference, but typically consist of a tomato based sauce and mozzarella cheese.  In truth, there is no limit to how you can prepare your pizza and the topping you use.