Triangular pizza

Abstract

Pizza (2) comprising a base made of dough with an isosceles triangular shape (3) with a right angle (4) and topping, wherein the base has a circumferential rim (7) and the topping is arranged on at least a part of the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential rim (7), wherein the sides of the base of the pizza (2) are each 17 to 65 cm long and the first leg (6) of the isosceles triangular shape (3) is shorter than the second leg (6) of the isosceles triangular shape (3), wherein the circumferential rim (7) and the topping are located on the top of the base.

Description

[0001] Pizzas have long been offered to consumers in a wide variety of variations. Consumers can choose not only from different types and toppings, but also from many different shapes. While round pizzas are the most common, rectangular and essentially triangular shapes are also available. Pizzas with an essentially triangular shape are usually slices taken from a previously round pizza, with the triangular section having a curved edge.

[0002] However, a common problem with standard round pizzas is that only one pizza can be cooked on a single baking tray. If you want to cook more than one pizza at a time, you have to use multiple baking trays. Even with a suitable oven, baking multiple pizzas simultaneously isn't always straightforward. The trays need to be placed on different levels of the oven, resulting in different cooking times. Cooking several pizzas at once is particularly problematic for families, groups, parties, etc., as the food needs to be served at the same time.

[0003] Traditional family-sized rectangular pizzas have the disadvantage that they are either topped with only one topping or, if there are several different toppings, these are not clearly separated. This lack of separation is a problem, for example, for people with food intolerances. Furthermore, the taste of the pizza can be affected if the toppings are mixed together.

[0004] Triangular pizzas are traditionally offered as slices cut from a previously round pizza. However, these slices cannot be placed flat on a baking sheet, thus not fully utilizing the baking sheet's surface area. Such pizza slices also have the disadvantage of being unstable and difficult to handle when lifting, as it's impossible to fully grasp them without touching the toppings.

[0005] US 2011 / 0195164 A1 relates to a holder for carrying a food item that can be eaten from the holder with one hand, a blank for manufacturing such a holder, and a method for serving food using such holders. WO 2004 / 039 163 A1 relates to a ready-to-use chilled dough that can be kept refrigerated or frozen and is typically made from flour, a raising agent, fat, water, optionally sugar, and other ingredients.

[0006] Manischewitz Kids Edition Matzo Pizza Kit, from March 2018, Mintel GNPD [online], with registration number 5554927, shows a triangular pizza kit.

[0007] SNACKCONNECTION GMBH: Point Snack - Pizza is always a good idea, creation date 05.10.2017, https: / / snackconnectionmarktplatz.de / concenience-food / pizza-snack-to-go-point-of-food / , accessed on 18.09.2020, is an article about triangular pizza slices and their packaging.

[0008] Yamazaki Best Selection Triangle Pizza Bread, from May 2015, in Mintel GNPD [online], with the registration number 3216301, shows a triangular topped pizza.

[0009] WO 2003 / 022059 A2 concerns a pizza food product manufactured in a convenient, single-serving size that is easy to bake or reheat and use, convenient to eat and suitable for preparation in a microwave, conventional oven or otherwise.

[0010] The challenge, therefore, is to provide pizzas that can be baked multiple times on a single baking tray, utilizing the tray's surface area as completely as possible without the toppings mixing together. Furthermore, the baked pizza should be stable when lifted or transported and easy to handle.

[0011] The foregoing problems are solved by providing a pizza according to the attached independent claim 1. The pizza comprises a dough base with an asymmetrical triangular shape and a topping, wherein the base has a circumferential rim and the topping is arranged on at least a part of the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential rim, wherein the sides of the base of the pizza are each 17 to 65 cm long and the first leg of the asymmetrical triangular shape is shorter than the second leg of the asymmetrical triangular shape, wherein the circumferential rim and the topping are located on the top of the base.

[0012] Thanks to its specially designed asymmetrical triangular base with a right angle, a large number of pizzas can be prepared simultaneously on a standard rectangular baking tray, thus achieving optimal use of space without the toppings mixing. This is particularly advantageous when offering pizzas with different toppings.

[0013] At the same time, this basic shape has the advantage that the proportion of surrounding edge is significantly higher than with conventional shapes, such as a circle or a rectangle. Because the pizza has a larger edge, it is much more stable than standard triangular pizza slices and easier to handle. Furthermore, less topping is required, making the pizza lower in calories and less expensive to produce. The surrounding edge also ensures that the toppings remain on the base of the pizza.

[0014] Likewise, a kit according to the attached independent claim 6 is provided, which contains a plurality of pizzas according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

[0015] Special and preferred embodiments can be found in the attached claims and in the description. Figures

[0016] The invention will be explained in more detail below by way of example with reference to selected particular embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings. However, the invention is by no means limited to these specific exemplary embodiments, but rather is defined by the following claims in light of the entire description, taking into account equivalent embodiments. Fig. 1: A top view of a schematic representation of an oven tray with two pizzas according to the invention, showing the arrangement of the pizzas on a pizza tray, wherein the respective pizza bases have an asymmetrical triangular shape with a right angle. Fig. 2: A top view of an oven tray with four pizzas according to the invention, showing the arrangement of the pizzas on a pizza tray, wherein the respective pizza bases have an asymmetrical triangular shape with a right angle. Fig. 3: A top view of a pizza with toppings and a surrounding edge.

[0017] The Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. Figures 3 each schematically show pizzas (2) according to the invention, wherein the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. contain neither a visible edge nor a coating. Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 is intended to show only the arrangement of the pizzas (2) on an oven tray (1) and the geometry of the isosceles triangular base (3). The illustrated pizzas (2) all have pointed corners, although one or more of the corners of each pizza (2) may be rounded.

[0018] The base of the pizza (2) in the Fig. Figure 1 has an isosceles triangular base (3) with a right angle (4). The base (3) has three sides: the hypotenuse (5) and two legs (6). Fig. Figure 2 shows a top view of an oven tray (1) containing four schematic bases of the pizzas (2) according to the invention.

[0019] The Fig. Figure 3 shows a top view of a pizza (2) with an isosceles triangular base (3). The top of the pizza (2) has a surrounding rim (7) and an area for the topping (8). Reference symbol list 1 baking tray 2 pizzas 3 asymmetrical triangular basic shape 4 right angles 5 Hypotenuse 6 catheters 7 surrounding border 8 Area for the covering

[0020] The invention relates to a pizza comprising a base made of dough with an asymmetrical triangular shape with a right angle and topping, wherein the base has a circumferential edge and the topping is arranged on at least a part of the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential edge.

[0021] A pizza consists of a base and toppings. The base is made from dough, and any conventional pizza dough can be used. For example, the dough can contain water, sugar, oil, yeast, salt, flour, and other common ingredients.

[0022] Any commercially available flour can be used, for example, wheat flour, preferably type 405. Spelt flour, such as type 630, is preferred. Spelt flour has the advantage of being converted to sugar in the body more slowly than standard wheat flour (type 405). A yeast dough is preferred. The flour can be whole grain, such as whole wheat or whole rye.

[0023] The pastry base can be unbaked, ready to bake, pre-baked, or as a baked pastry sheet.

[0024] The topping can include a sauce, cheese, and / or other components. Suitable sauces include tomato sauce, hollandaise sauce, or barbecue sauce. Tomato sauce is preferred. Ideally, tomato sauce contains tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar, basil, oregano, and / or oil. The cheese can be a single type or a combination of cheeses. Suitable cheeses include Gouda, mozzarella, Emmental, Parmesan, feta, Gorgonzola, Roquefort, Tilsiter, blue cheese, Grana Padano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino, and / or Provolone.

[0025] Additional toppings can be selected from one or more of the following: salami, spinach, pineapple, bell peppers, feta cheese, ham, salmon, garlic, Bolognese sauce, tomatoes, mushrooms, chicken breast, anchovies, scampi, onions, broccoli, egg, jalapeños, sausage, corn, pepperoni, olives, tuna, Gorgonzola cheese, gyros, or seafood. The topping can also consist of just sauce and cheese. Optionally, standard pizza herbs can be added. Vegetarian pizzas are preferred, and vegan pizzas are especially preferred.

[0026] The floor has a top and a bottom, with the bottom preferably being planar. The top surface includes the surrounding edge and the covering.

[0027] The base can have a height or thickness of 0.3 to 3 cm. A base height of 0.4 to 2 cm is preferred, more preferably 0.5 to 1.5 cm, and particularly preferably 0.8 to 1.3 cm.

[0028] The pizza base has an asymmetrical triangular shape. Due to the pizza-making process, the sides, for example, may deviate from a perfectly straight line and exhibit irregularities.

[0029] A deviation from the ideal would be, for example, if the actual surface area of ​​the pizza does not exactly match the surface area of ​​the ideal shape. This occurs primarily when the crust has defects, holes, or curves in a certain area. Preferably, the surface of the pizza corresponds to this ideal shape with an asymmetrical right-angled triangular base.

[0030] For example, such a deviation can mean that a maximum of 15%, preferably 10%, more preferably 8%, particularly preferably 5%, and most preferably 3% of the surface of the base (or pizza) extends beyond the basic or ideal shape. Another possibility is that at least 80%, preferably 90%, more preferably 95%, particularly preferably 98%, and most preferably 99% of the surface of the base (or pizza) fills the basic or ideal shape. A combination of the above-mentioned deviations is preferred; for example, 10% of the surface of the base (or pizza) extends beyond the basic or ideal shape, and 90% of the surface of the base (or pizza) fills the basic or ideal shape. Other combinations with the above-mentioned possible deviations are also according to the invention.

[0031] The asymmetrical triangular base has a right angle. The right angle has the advantage that the pizzas fit into one corner of the baking tray.

[0032] The shape and dimensions of pizzas are generally chosen to ensure they fill a rectangular baking tray. Typically, two or even four pizzas can be placed on one tray. Standard rectangular baking trays have the following internal dimensions for the baking surface: 39 cm x 33 cm, 44.5 cm x 37.5 cm, 46.5 cm x 37.5 cm, 42 cm x 37 cm, 45 cm x 37 cm.

[0033] The pizza base has a surrounding rim. "Revolving" in this context means that the rim is located along the sides and on the surface of the base. The term "surface" refers to the surface of the top of the base. Accordingly, the surface of the base comprises an area enclosed by the surrounding rim, on which the topping is at least partially arranged, and preferably the topping is located on the area of ​​the base enclosed by the surrounding rim.

[0034] The underside is typically free of toppings and a surrounding edge. The edge preferably represents an area on the surface of the base that is ideally free of toppings. This has the advantage that this area remains crispy and hard during baking. Areas where toppings, such as sauce, are located can lose their crispy and hard texture during baking, or may not develop it at all, as the base or dough becomes softened. The surrounding edge thus allows for the creation of a pizza that can be easily handled and is also stable. The surrounding edge acts as a hard and firm outer structure, giving the pizza stability. Therefore, the pizza can be easily eaten by hand without prior cutting and does not require a stabilizing cardboard base, as is usually used for pizza slices without a surrounding edge.Preferably the surrounding rim is 0.5 to 3 cm wide, more preferably 0.8 to 2 cm wide, particularly preferably 1 to 1.5 cm wide and most preferably 1 to 1.3 cm wide.

[0035] Preferably, the surrounding edge forms a raised section or ridge on the surface of the base. This means that the raised section or ridge refers only to the base without the topping. This raised section can be achieved either by using a larger quantity of dough or by leaving the edge free of toppings, thus exposing the pizza's edges to greater heat. Preferably, the raised section is 0.1 to 2 cm high, more preferably 0.1 to 1 cm high, and most preferably 0.2 to 0.5 cm high, relative to the base without the topping.

[0036] Particularly preferably, cheese is placed in a raised or embossed area of ​​the surrounding edge, thus forming a so-called cheese crust. Such a cheese crust is especially advantageous for the pizza according to the invention, since the unusual basic shape ensures a high proportion of surrounding edge compared to commercially available pizza shapes.

[0037] The pizza can be chilled and preferably frozen. Chilled means that the pizza has a temperature of above 0 °C to 13 °C, preferably above 0 °C to 10 °C, more preferably 1 °C to 9 °C, and particularly preferably 2 °C to 8 °C. Frozen means temperatures below 0 °C, preferably below -10 °C, and particularly preferably -15 °C to -45 °C.

[0038] The size of the pizza base can be chosen as desired. For example, the size can be chosen so that two pizzas fit on one baking sheet, or alternatively, so that four pizzas fit on one baking sheet. The size of the pizza can also be chosen so that 2*n pizzas fit on one pizza tray.

[0039] A triangle (planar) has three sides, where all sides can be the same length (equilateral triangle), two sides can be the same length (isosceles triangle), or all sides can be different lengths (isosceles triangle).

[0040] Triangles with two sides of equal or unequal length can also have a right angle. A triangle with one right angle and three sides of unequal length is called an isosceles right triangle. In a right triangle, the side opposite the right angle is called the hypotenuse. The other two sides are called the legs (first and second leg). The side lengths of a right triangle can be calculated using the Pythagorean theorem. The individual angles of an isosceles right triangle are of different measures.

[0041] The sides of the pizza base are each 17 to 65 cm long, preferably 18 to 60 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 59 cm, and most preferably 19 to 52 cm. The side lengths include pizzas that fit two on a standard baking tray, as well as pizzas that fit four on a standard baking tray. Pizzas that are multiples of two are also included.

[0042] In a first embodiment, the sides of the base of the pizza can each be 30 to 65 cm, preferably 33 to 60 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 59 cm, most preferably 33 to 52 cm long.

[0043] In a second embodiment, the sides of the base of the pizza can each be 17 to 50 cm long, preferably 18 to 46 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 45 cm, and most preferably 19 to 43 cm long.

[0044] In a first embodiment, the legs of the asymmetrical triangular base can each be 17 to 50 cm long, preferably 18 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 47 cm, and most preferably 19 to 40 cm. In a second embodiment, the legs of the asymmetrical triangular base can each be 30 to 50 cm long, preferably 33 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 47 cm, and most preferably 33 to 40 cm.

[0045] The first leg in a first embodiment of the asymmetrical triangular base can be 30 to 40 cm, preferably 32 to 38 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 37 cm, and most preferably 33 to 35 cm long. The second leg in a first embodiment of the asymmetrical triangular base can be 35 to 50 cm, preferably 38 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 38 to 45 cm, and most preferably 39 to 42 cm long.

[0046] In a second embodiment of the asymmetrical triangular shape, the first leg can be 17 to 26 cm long, preferably 18 to 24 cm, particularly preferably 19 to 24 cm, and most preferably 19 to 23 cm. In a second embodiment of the asymmetrical triangular shape, the second leg can be 28 to 45 cm long, preferably 30 to 40 cm, particularly preferably 32 to 39 cm, and most preferably 33 to 38 cm. The first leg is shorter than the second leg.

[0047] The ratio of the lengths of the legs of the isosceles triangular base shape is greater than 1:1 and can be greater than 1:1 to 1:2, preferably greater than 1:1 to 1:1.8, particularly preferably 1:1.1 to 1:1.4 and most preferably 1:1.2 to 1:1.4.

[0048] The surface area of ​​the pizza base can range from 250 to 1000 cm² 2 preferably 300 to 900 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 850 cm 2, especially preferred 320 to 800 cm 2 The area of ​​the pizza base can be between 160 and 500 cm². 2 .

[0049] In a first embodiment, the area of ​​the pizza base is 500 to 1000 cm². 2 preferably 600 to 900 cm 2 , especially preferred 630 to 880 cm 2 , especially preferred 640 to 800 cm 2 .

[0050] In a second embodiment, the area of ​​the pizza base is 250 to 600 cm². 2 preferably 300 to 500 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 480 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 450 cm 2 .

[0051] The area refers to the surface area of ​​the top of the floor.

[0052] The ratio of the area of ​​the surface of the circumferential rim on the upper side of the base to the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential rim can be 0.01:1 to 0.5:1, preferably 0.05:1 to 0.3:1, particularly preferably 0.1:1 to 0.4:1, and most preferably 0.2:1 to 0.3:1.

[0053] The corners of the pizza base can be any shape. Pointed or rounded corners are preferred. Rounded corners are especially preferred, and pointed corners are even more so. However, it is also possible for the pizza to have both rounded and pointed corners.

[0054] The invention also relates to a kit containing a plurality of pizzas according to the invention. Preferably, the kit contains two to four pizzas, and more preferably two pizzas. At least two pizzas can have different toppings; preferably, all pizzas have different toppings.

[0055] The pizza according to the invention can be produced using all conventional methods. For example, a pizza according to the invention can be produced using the following method, which comprises the steps... (i) Providing a mold for the base of the pizza, wherein the mold has an isosceles triangular base with right angles, (ii) Pouring dough into the mold so that the base has an asymmetrical triangular shape with a right angle, (iii) partially baking the base, and (iv) Applying topping to the pizza base, creating a surrounding edge that is free of topping.

[0056] The process may include chilling or freezing the pizza. When the dough is placed in the pan and partially baked, a raised edge may form. The dimensions for the base or the asymmetrical triangular shape, as described above, apply to both the pan and the pizza produced using this method.

Claims

[1] Pizza (2) comprising a base made of dough with an isosceles triangular shape (3) with a right angle (4) and topping, wherein the base has a circumferential rim (7) and the topping is arranged on at least a part of the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential rim (7), wherein the sides of the base of the pizza (2) are each 17 to 65 cm long and the first leg (6) of the isosceles triangular shape (3) is shorter than the second leg (6) of the isosceles triangular shape (3), wherein the circumferential rim (7) and the topping are located on the top of the base. [2] Pizza (2) according to claim 1, wherein the pizza (2) is chilled, preferably deep-frozen. [3] Pizza (2) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein (i) the surrounding edge (7) is free of coating, (ii) the circumferential rim (7) represents a raised area on the surface of the ground, preferably the raised area is 0.1 to 2 cm high, more preferably 0.1 to 1 cm high, (iii) the circumferential rim (7) is 0.5 to 3 cm, preferably 0.8 to 2 cm, particularly preferably 1 to 1.5 cm wide, (iv) the area of ​​the base, in relation to the top of the base, of the pizza (2) (a) 250 to 1000 cm 2 preferably 300 to 900 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 850 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 800 cm 2 amounts, (b) 500 to 1000 cm 2 preferably 600 to 900 cm 2 , especially preferred 630 to 880 cm 2 , especially preferred 640 to 800 cm 2 is, or (c) 250 to 600 cm 2 preferably 300 to 500 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 480 cm 2 , especially preferred 320 to 450 cm 2 is, and / or (v) the ratio on the top of the base of the area of ​​the circumferential rim (7) to the area of ​​the base enclosed by the circumferential rim (7) is 0.01:1 to 0.5:1, preferably 0.05:1 to 0.3:1, particularly preferably 0.1:1 to 0.4:1, most particularly preferably 0.2:1 to 0.3:

1. [4] Pizza (2) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein (i) the sides of the base of the pizza (2) each (a) are 18 to 60 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 59 cm, most preferably 19 to 52 cm long, (b) are 30 to 65 cm, preferably 33 to 60 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 59 cm, most particularly preferably 33 to 52 cm long, or (c) are 17 to 50 cm, preferably 18 to 46 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 45 cm, most particularly preferably 19 to 43 cm long, (ii) the legs (6) of the isosceles triangular base (3) each (a) 17 to 50 cm, preferably 18 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 18 to 47 cm, most particularly preferably 19 to 40 cm, are long (b) are 30 to 50 cm, preferably 33 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 47 cm, most particularly preferably 33 to 40 cm long, and / or (iii) the first leg (6) of the isosceles triangular base (3) is 30 to 40 cm, preferably 32 to 38 cm, particularly preferably 33 to 37 cm, most preferably 33 to 35 cm, long and / or the second leg (6) of the isosceles triangular base (3) is 35 to 50 cm, preferably 38 to 48 cm, particularly preferably 38 to 45 cm, most preferably 39 to 42 cm, long, (iv) the first leg (6) of the asymmetrical triangular base (3) is 17 to 26 cm, preferably 18 to 24 cm, particularly preferably 19 to 24 cm, most preferably 19 to 23 cm, long and / or the second leg (6) of the asymmetrical triangular base (3) is 28 to 45 cm, preferably 30 to 40 cm, particularly preferably 32 to 39 cm, most preferably 33 to 38 cm, long, and / or (v) the ratio of the lengths of the legs (6) of the isosceles triangular base (3) is greater than 1:1 to 1:2, preferably greater than 1:1 to 1:1.8, particularly preferably 1:1.1 to 1:1.

4. [5] Pizza (2) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the corners of the base of the pizza (2) are pointed or rounded. [6] Kit containing a plurality of pizzas (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

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