Pizza cutter

Pizza Cutter

A Pizza cutter is a utensil that is used in the cutting of pizza, a popular dish of Italian origin consisting of a usually round, flattened base of leavened wheat-based dough topped with tomatoes, cheese, and various other ingredients. Pizza cutters come in a variety of styles and sizes, but all serve the same basic function of dividing a pizza into slices.

History

The pizza cutter was invented in the late 19th century, shortly after the popularization of pizza in the United States. The first pizza cutters were simple knives, but the modern design featuring a circular blade was introduced in the early 20th century.

Design and Use

The most common type of pizza cutter features a circular blade attached to a handle. The blade is typically made of stainless steel, which is durable and easy to clean. The handle is often made of plastic or wood. To use this type of pizza cutter, the user presses the blade into the pizza and rolls it across the surface, cutting through the crust and toppings.

Some pizza cutters feature a blade guard, which is a piece of material that covers the blade when it is not in use. This can help to prevent accidental cuts and prolong the life of the blade.

Variations

There are several variations of the pizza cutter. One popular variation is the pizza scissors, which combine a spatula-like device with a pair of scissors. Another variation is the pizza wheel, which features a larger wheel for cutting through thicker crusts.

See Also

• Pizza
• Kitchen utensil
• List of food preparation utensils