Turn Up the Heat for your Winter Athletics Watch Party
This February, thousands will flock to Milan and Cortino for the global winter sports competition in Italy. You know what that means for those of us here in the states – watch parties. From the fanfare of the opening ceremonies, to the tense photo finishes on sleds, skis, and skates, to the elegance and artistry of figure skating at the highest level, many of us will be gathered around the TV to root for our favorite athletes to take home the hardware. What goes well with friends and sports? Food of course – and cooking with gas has got you covered!
This tortilla-based pizza is a fast, fun way to satisfy cravings with pantry staples, meaning even if you’ve run out of time to grocery shop before your guests arrive, you’re likely set with what you have on hand! A quick, herby tomato simmer lays the foundation. The cast-iron goes ripping-hot so the “crust” stays crisp as the cheese melts under a quick broil. The stovetop-to-oven handoff is seamless when you can manage both with confidence, which is exactly where a natural gas range excels.
Recipe:
Ingredients: 2 low-carb tortillas; 18-oz can crushed tomatoes; basil, oregano, garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt; sliced pepperoni; 2¼ cups shredded mozzarella; 2 pinches grated Parmesan; 2 tsp oil; crushed red pepper and olive oil (optional).
Directions: Preheat broiler to high. Simmer tomatoes with seasonings 12–15 minutes. Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high; add tortillas; spread 2 Tbsp sauce on each; add ¼ cup mozzarella to each; top with pepperoni. Add optional red pepper and oil. Broil 1–2 minutes until cheese melts and pepperoni crisps; cool briefly and serve.
High heat in the pan and a quick broil are simple to manage with natural gas, giving you crackly edges and melty centers.
Cooking With Gas is a chef-and-home-cook recipe collection. It highlights approachable dishes and pro techniques designed for the instant, steady heat of a natural gas flame. Whether you’re searing, simmering, or finishing in the oven, the recipes focus on control and consistency at every step. It’s a practical way to see for yourself why professional chefs love natural gas.