Few things are better than a New York-style pizza from Delfiore Pizza & Food Co. Located in Patchogue, NY, this Italian restaurant specializes in artisanal pizzas and other Italian dishes. While their specialty pies and slices are delicious anytime, these pizzas taste best when they are piping hot from the oven — and that includes leftovers! If you’re wondering how to best reheat your pizza, the staff from Delfiore Pizza & Food Co. offer their tips for the best leftover New York-style pizza.

5 Steps for Reheating Your Pizza From Delfiore's

1. Step Away From the Microwave

The microwave is the worst place to reheat a pizza because it can make the dough too chewy and ruin the overall texture of the pizza. The best place to reheat your slice or pie is in your oven or toaster oven.

2. Pre-Heat Your Oven & Prep Your Pizza

Once you’ve decided whether you will use your oven or toaster oven, preheat it to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, place your individual slices or pie on a baking tray with a cookie sheet as a liner. The cookie sheet will catch any cheese that happens to melt over the edge and will make it easier to remove the hot slices from the tray.

3. Choose Your Rack

The rack you choose will determine how well your slice is heated and its resulting texture. If you prefer a crispier texture for your slices, place them on the bottom rack. For more even heating of your slices or pie, place the tray on the middle rack.

4. Bake

Bake your pizza for 3-5 minutes, or until you see the cheese begin to sizzle and melt. If you prefer your slices on the hot side, leave them in for longer but do not exceed 10 minutes.

5. Let Cool & Enjoy

Once your slices have successfully reheated your New York-style pizza slices, take them out of the oven and let them cool. After they cool off, eat and enjoy!

If you are in the mood for New York-style pizza, take advantage of Delfiore Pizza & Food Co.’s online ordering service. In addition to eat-in and take-out, this restaurant also offers catering options. To learn more, call (631) 475-3663 or visit their website. You can also connect with them on Facebook.