Easy and Delicious Recipes

Author: Sarah Berthold

The Best California Burritos with Carne Asada

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Motor City Pizza Costco Instructions (Effortless in 3 Ways)

Motor City Pizza Costco Instructions (Effortless in 3 Ways)

Today I will explain how to cook Motor City Pizza Costco in the oven, air fryer, and microwave. Together with the directions, I will go over some suggestions and tricks to guarantee you get that great pizza with a crispy crust.

To use the air fryer directions to prepare your Costco Motor City Pizza is the ideal choice to go for because it takes less time to cook and produces a superior crust, but the last choice rests entirely on you.

What is Costco Motor City Pizza?

Frozen pizza is unquestionably a roulette; it can be very good or very bad. Although there are some fantastic frozen choices, many fall short compared to a restaurant-baked pizza that is sizzling hot to your home.

On the other hand, Costco’s new Motor City Pizza Detroit-style deep dish double pepperoni pizza is redefining many people’s perceptions of what frozen pizza can be. This pizza tastes so excellent that many Costco customers can’t believe it’s frozen.

According to Eater, the rectangular shape, caramelized thick crust, lightweight, airy dough, and substantial portions of gooey Wisconsin brick cheese distinguish Detroit-style pizza from its New York or Chicago rivals.

This pizza type is popular among pizza lovers because of its delicious and rich tomato sauce, substantial toppings, and crispy, gooey dough. Motor City Pizza Co.’s Detroit-style pizza also hit the mark with Costco customers.

Motor City Pizza is now on sale at Costco for a low price of $14.99 for a 2-pack of these substantial pizzas, which breaks down to $7.50 per pizza. If you like Detroit-style pizza, you should go to your nearest Costco warehouse and stock up on with as many pizzas as you can store in your freezer.

Motor City Pizza Costco Instructions

Massive and Meat-Packed

The Ultimate Meat deep dish pizza from Costco features Italian sausages, sliced and diced pepperoni, and bacon.

What is Motor City Pizza Costco made of?

The ingredients for this Costco Motor City Pizza include a crust, soybean oil, sauce, pre-mix blend, yeast, sugar, flavored oil meld, cheese blend, and pepperoni.

Is it a bad idea to thaw a Costco Motor City pizza before cooking it?

Costco Motor City Pizza as well as other frozen pizza brands, are meant to be cooked from a frozen stage; defrosting the pizza before preparing it may result in a poor quality that you won’t appreciate.

Furthermore, freezing your Costco Motor City Pizza before cooking it may result in a mushy texture and the dough may be affected due to the thawing procedure.

Can You Eat an Uncooked Costco Motor City Pizza?

No, according to Costco’s official website, you must cook the pizza to an internal temperature of 165 ℉ before eating it, and it should reach at least that temperature.

Choose one of the cooking techniques described in this article and follow the directions to prepare your Costco Motor City Pizza.

Cooking Costco Motor City Pizza in the Oven

Begin by warming your oven to 425°F.

Then, take the pizza out of the plastic wrapping and leave it in the tray.

Put your Motor City Pizza on the middle rack, ensuring your baking tray does not come in contact with the oven’s edges or back.

Let your pizza bake in the oven for 19 to 21 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Remove your cooked Costco Motor City Pizza from the oven, then remove it from the tray and begin cutting it.

How to Cook Costco Motor City Pizza using Air Fryer

Start by warming your air fryer to 400°F for around 5 minutes.

Remove your frozen Costco Motor City Pizza from its packing and put it in the air fryer basket. If you want a crispier crust on your Motor City Pizza, use the cooking spray for the basket of your air fryer.

Cook your frozen pizza in the air fryer for 6 to 8 mins or once the cheese is melted.

Lastly, remove your Costco Motor City Pizza from the air fryer basket with caution and serve it hot.

How do you microwave Costco Motor City Pizza?

Start by unboxing your Costco Motor City Pizza and removing any wrapper. For the least amount of mess and trouble, place your frozen on a microwave-safe dish.

Microwave your Costco Motor City Pizza for 7-8 minutes.

How to make your Costco Motor City Pizza crust Crispier?

The trick to achieving additional crispiness on your Costco Motor City Pizza crust is to preheat the stone or steel surface in your oven, then when it’s hot, put the frozen pizza onto the prepared surface, and you’ll end up with ultra-crispy crust.

However, if you prepare this Costco Motor City Pizza in an air fryer, ensure to coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray before dropping the pizza in; this will give your Costco Motor City pizza crust extra crispiness.

How to keep Costco Motor City Pizza leftovers in the refrigerator?

Place your cold Costco Motor City Pizza slices on a table plate to begin. Cover the plate with aluminum foil or parchment paper before wrapping it in plastic wrap.

Refrigerate the platter for up to 4 days.

How do you freeze Costco Motor City Pizza leftovers?

Place the Costco Motor City Pizza slices on a plate once they have been chilled. Wrap the area with parchment paper, next with plastic wrap, and set it in the freezer.

Leftover Costco Motor City Pizza may be kept in the freezer for up to a month if properly preserved.

Costco Motor City Pizza Recipe Tips

  • Spray the air fryer with cooking spray for added crispiness on the crust.
  • Do not defrost your Costco Motor City Pizza; instead, follow one of the cooking directions and cook it from frozen.
  • Preheat your oven with the rack already in place since the prepared surface will give the crust the crispiness you need.

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Motor City Pizza Costco Instructions

Nutritional Information for Costco Motor City Pizza

Per Serving

380 calories, 40mg cholesterol, 19g fat, 830mg sodium, and 278mg potassium

Total Carbohydrate 35g,  Dietary Fiber 2g,  Sugars 4g,  Protein 18g,  Calcium 252 %, 2 % iron

Motor City Pizza Costco Instructions

Ingredients

  • Frozen Costco Motor City Pizza
  • Cooking Spray

Instructions

  • Begin by heating up your oven to 425°F.
  • Now, take the pizza out of the plastic wrapping but leave it in the tray.
  • Put your Motor City Pizza on the central rack, trying to ensure the baking tray does not contact the oven’s sides or back.
  • Bake your pizza in the oven for 19 to 21 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
  • Retrieve your baked Costco Motor City Pizza from the oven, then remove it from the tray, cut and enjoy.
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How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

Greetings, folks! Today, we’ll show you how to make Maritozzi Con La Panna, or sweet buns with whipped cream, a traditional Italian sweet bun.

Maritozzi are beautiful and tasty Italian cream buns. It’s a brioche-style soft and light bun that’s divided in half and filled with whipped cream! You may easily find one in a pastry store or a coffee shop in Rome. In Italy, these buns are usually served with coffee during breakfast or with a cup of tea in the afternoon.

After making Filipino Ensaymada buns, and Japanese Cream Pan, it’s time for these delicious Italian Maritozzi buns. Also, if you love Italian recipes, you don’t want to miss this Famous Sicilian Cannoli Authentic Recipe and these irresistible Canestrelli cookies

How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

What is Maritozzi?

Maritozzi buns date back to the Middle Ages and originated in the Lazio district of Rome. Flour, egg, yeast, sugar, honey butter, salt, and orange zest (or lemon zest) are ingredients used to make authentic Italian Maritozzi buns.

The term is derived from the slang corruption of the word “marito.” Maritozzo or “marito” at the time was well-known to famed Roman poet Gioacchino Belli who observed that “during lent, everybody eats maritozzi at the Caffetteria as they had never dined before.”

He would also have recognized that young lovers would deliver them as Valentine’s Day present on the first Friday in March. A groom-to-be would get a huge maritozzo topped with sugar and containing a ring or a little golden item from his future wife.

As a result, the term maritozzo evolved to imply “husband.” According to another tradition, the girls who prepared the greatest maritozzi were more likely to find spouses well before the rest of the girls.

How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

Maritozzi An Old Tradition

Bread flavored with honey and raisins existed as early as the Roman era. For centuries, women have made identical ‘pagnotelle’ to fit inside the saddlebags of workers who, although away from home all day, may get food on hand.

They shrank in size throughout the years to become a bun. They were so subtle that they were the sole sweet allowed during Lent when the laws of fasting were particularly severe when it came to butter.

They even got the title ‘Er Santo Maritozzo’.

Of course, Rome has a plethora of pastry shops and coffee shops selling cakes, pastries, and sweets, but the maritozzo, the King of Roman sweet bread, will always have a place. After decades of neglect, the maritozzo is making a comeback in Rome… and in style.

A delicious maritozzi must be loaded with ‘Panna montata’ cream and should be both exquisite and delicate. Bakery-made Marioizzi is even lighter than pasticcerie-made, which are richer and less delicate. Enjoy Maritozzi as a delicious treat in the afternoon or with a cup of coffee in the morning.

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How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

Maritozzo Day

On Saturday, December 4, 2022, Rome celebrates Maritozzo Day, a yearly celebration of the maritozzo. Maritozzo Day, now in its fifth iteration, is devoted to commemorating the well-known Roman dessert, from the traditional cream-filled form to more daring variants.

The event’s organizers, Tavole Romane, encourage customers to visit their go-to maritozzo vendors so they may “enjoy each bite leisurely” and share maritozzo images and videos on social media.

There will be plenty of pastry shops, bakeries, and pizzerias in the capital and beyond where you may sample this distinctive treat that represents the Eternal City and is beloved across Central Italy and beyond!

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How to Make Authentic Maritozzi (Italian Sweet Bun)

Maritozzi Recipe

There are many versions of traditional recipes. The Marchigiani Maritozzi is the most well-known and loved.  Today I will share the original Maritozzi con La Panna recipe. This recipe is easy and accessible for all. 

The Maritozzi must be coated with sugar syrup after they have been cooked. This is necessary to give them a glossy appearance. Once they have cooled, they should be cut in half lengthwise (or more) and filled up with whipped cream. You will taste the authentic flavor and smell of real Maritozzi with super soft, homemade cream.

If you ever find yourself in Rome, you should visit IL MARITOZZO ROSSO and try their Maritozzi. Because this is where my inspiration for this recipe came from. 

So, without further due, let’s jump into this Maritozzi Con La Panna Recipe!

Ingredients

For the buns:

  • 2 tsp of active dry yeast
  • 1 TBSP of honey
  • 3 Cups of all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 cup of lukewarm milk
  • 13 cup of bread flour
  • 13 cup of sugar
  • 12 tsp of salt, kosher
  • 5 TBSP of unsalted butter, softened and cut
  • 2 Tbsp of olive oil, plus more if needed
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tsp of orange or lemon zest, grated

For the syrup and filling:

  • 3 TBSP of sugar
  • 1 Cup of heavy cream, sweetened and whipped to firm peaks* taste with powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Make the buns by whisking 1 cup of lukewarm milk, yeast, and honey in a large bowl. Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes before adding the rest of the ingredients. Mix in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let the mixture rise for 20 minutes.
  • Add the all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, salt, and remaining flour to the bowl of a stand mixer equipped with the paddle attachment. Mix the ingredients on low speed until well combined. Next, add the eggs, orange zest, and the saved yeast mixture and mix until smooth.
  • Using your silicone spatula, scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Mix in one-half of the butter at a time in the mixer on low speed until it is well incorporated. Continue to mix and scrape the butter until it is fully incorporated and add the rest of the butter. Then, while the mixer is still running, drizzle in the olive oil. At this stage, mix on medium speed until the dough becomes smooth, a bit sticky, and elastic. This part should take a maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Add a small amount of oil to a large bowl and spread evenly. Move the dough to it and cover it with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel. Allow to rise for 1-1/2 hours at room temperature; it should double in size.
  • Place parchment paper on two large, rimmed baking sheets and place them aside. Place the dough on a work surface. Divide the dough into 10 same-size portions using a large chef’s or regular kitchen knife. Each piece should be rolled into a ball using your palm.
  • Next, roll the dough against a work surface using your hands. Use your hands to gently press down on the two sides of each ball and create oval tapered shapes (5 inches long). Place the buns on the baking sheets. Make sure there is at least 2 inches between each one (this will give them room to rise). Place the buns on the lined baking sheets and cover them with a towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in warm until they are puffy, soft and have not doubled in size. This can take about 40 minutes.
  • Place the buns on the lined baking sheets and cover them with a towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in warm until they are puffy, soft, and have not doubled in size. This can take about 40 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350F with one of the racks in the middle. Bake the buns and rotate the tray halfway through baking to ensure that the buns are golden brown. This takes between 15-18 minutes.
  • Make the syrup while the Maritozzi buns bake. Over medium heat, using a small pot, combine the sugar with 3-4 TBSP of water. Stir frequently, cook the syrup for 2 minutes. Then, remove from heat and let cool.
  • After the Maritozzi buns have been removed from the oven, brush them with the syrup (Be generous) and let them cool completely.
  • Use a small knife to cut the buns vertically along the middle and split them, but not all the way. Fill the buns with whipped cream and serve right away.

Maritozzi Video Recipe

Dive into the world of Maritozzi mastery with skilled Fabrizio! See a slightly more complicated version of this delicious treat that is well worth your time and attention.

Conclusion

Maritozzi buns are hands down the best sweet buns I’ve ever tasted and made. Italians know their pastry, that’s for sure! I hope you take your time and try this Maritozzi recipe yourself, and if you do, please let me know how it turned out for you by commenting here. Also, if you’re having any difficulty with the Maritozzi recipe, please let me know, and I’ll reply. Thank you!

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Ultimate Kare-Kare Recipe (Filipino Oxtail Stew)

Ultimate Kare-Kare Recipe (Filipino Oxtail Stew)

Have you ever had Kare-Kare? This is a traditional Filipino oxtail stew. Kare Kare is a rich and thick peanut sauce-based Filipino dish. It is a classic meal eaten on special occasions in the Philippines. The customary recipe requires a cow tail.

There are several recipes that call for both ox tripe and tail. String beans, eggplant, bok choy, and banana blossoms are among the vegetables used in this meal. To thicken the sauce, golden brown toasted powdered rice is utilized.

What is Kare-Kare?

Kare-Kare is a famous Filipino stew given on special occasions such as fiestas, birthdays, and family reunions. The dish’s signature component is its peanut sauce. This is created from peanut butter, powdered toasted rice, and annatto seed extract and is prepared with a variety of vegetables and meat (typically oxtail or ox tripe). It has a milder flavor than other rich Philippine meals, which is why it is frequently served with bagoong, a salty shrimp paste.

This meal is prepared in a palayok or clay pot. At the very same time, it serves as a serving dish. Kare-Kare tastes best when served with regular white rice. Bagoong alamang, or fermented shrimp paste, adds character to the meal. Simply mix a spoonful of rice, Kare-Kare, and bagoong with a tiny piece of bagoong and enjoy!

Ultimate Kare-Kare Recipe (Filipino Oxtail Stew)

Kare-Kare Variants

Kare-kare has multiple variations. The most noticeable distinction between them is related to the meat component. We now know that oxtail is the typical protein in this meal. Tripe is another useful meat option. There are various variations that employ different types of beef and even seafood.

Beef Kare-Kare

The classic variation is known as beef Kare-Kare. This primarily applies to beef-based variations. Beef Kare-Kare is made of beef chuck, beef shank, and Maskara ng Baka, or cartilage from the cow’s face.

Seafood Kare Kare

Seafood includes shrimp, crab, mussels, and squid. There is a recipe that includes all of these items. It’s known as seafood Kare-Kare. Fish can be utilized as well.

Pata Kare-Kare

If you want to make Kare-Kare with a pig leg or a pork hock, this is called pat. Pata is the second most common ingredient, just after oxtail. This cut of meat is popular, not just because it is less expensive than beef but because it complements the other flavors greatly.

Pata is a favorite ingredient in my Kare Kare. The rich and flavorful sauce compliments the pata’s soft flesh and fat. It’s scrumptious!

Be sure to check these Filipino Recipes:

Filipino Chicken Adobo

Authentic Ensaymada Recipe

Beef Tapa Filipino Recipe

Easy Chicken Tocino

Maja Blanca Easy Recipe

Homemade Sisig Recipe

Chicken Liver Adobo

Technique for Cooking Kare Kare

Let’s get into how I made the rendition in this recipe article. The key steps are to tenderize the meat, create the sauce, and prepare the veggies.

Boil the meat with the sliced onion to soften it. This should make it supple while also giving a wonderful taste. For the most outstanding results, oxtail should be really tender. If trying the conventional technique, it takes approximately 3 hours to boil. A pressure cooker is a faster option. It cuts the cooking time in half.

The peanut sauce has the power to make or ruin your meal. Therefore, it is critical to have the right mixture ratio to create the desired sauce quality. Try not to get it perfect – not too heavy or too thin. To prepare the sauce, I combine peanut butter and crushed peanuts. It gives it a deep taste. Annatto seeds give the sauce a crimson hue. You’ll need to soak the seed in warm water for around 12 minutes to remove the color. The colored water, not the seed, is utilized to produce the dish. After using the seed, throw it away. Toasted ground rice can be used as a thickening agent for the sauce.

Vegetables are an integral part of Kare Kare. They can be cooked alongside the meat or added after the meal is served. I chose to sauté the veggies separately with garlic.

Cooking Hints for Kare-Kare

To rapidly tenderize the oxtail, use a pressure cooker. It tends to take me half an hour, as opposed to about 3 hours when done traditionally.

When boiling with the conventional technique, keep an eye on the quantity of water. Pour in extra water as required until the meat is thoroughly soft.

Bagoong alamang, or shrimp paste, is a vital ingredient. It must be thoroughly cooked before serving. I’ll be making this recipe soon for you, in the meantime, precooked bottled bagoong alamang is also available in supermarkets.

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Ultimate Kare-Kare Recipe (Filipino Oxtail Stew)

List of Ingredients

  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 small banana flower bud sliced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bundle pechay or bok choy
  • 1 bundle of string beans sliced into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 pieces of eggplant sliced
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup shrimp paste
  • 1/2 cup of annatto seeds (soaked in water)
  • 1/2 cup toasted ground rice
  • 1 cup ground peanuts
  • 33 Ounces water, about 1 Liter
  • 3 lbs. oxtail cut in 2-inch slices (or use tripe or beef slices)

Directions

  1. First, boil the water in a big saucepan.
  2. Add the oxtail, then the onions, and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until soft, 35 minutes when using a pressure cooker.
  3. When the meat is cooked, throw in the ground peanuts, peanut butter, and annatto seed coloring water and let it simmer for five to seven minutes.
  4. Cook for 5 minutes after adding the toasted ground rice.
  5. Sauté the garlic in a separate skillet, then toss in the banana blossom, eggplant, and string beans and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Place the cooked veggies in the big saucepan with the other ingredients.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately with shrimp paste. Cheers!

Conclusion

This Kare-Kare Recipe (Filipino Oxtail Stew) is really simple to make, as you can see from the instructions. Even if you’re not a fan of oxtail I strongly recommend you try it, you’d be surprised. When all these ingredients come together, you’ll have an explosion of different tastes complementing each other in your mouth. If you have any questions about Kare-Kare please let me know down in the comments section, and I’ll reply. 

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