From gluten-free bases to mac 'n cheese toppings, this is how to celebrate National Pizza Day 

<p>Is there anything that gets your taste buds going better than a doughy, cheesy slice of pizza? And since it's <a href="https://nationalpizzaday.co.uk/" target="_blank">National Pizza Day</a> on the 9 February, we reckon we owe ourselves a slice.</p><p>Pizza can be whatever you want it to be, including gluten-free (thanks to veggie bases made from potato, celeriac, cauliflower or broccoli).</p><p>Here's our round-up of magnificent modern-day pizzas...</p><h2>the Veggie pizza</h2><p>It used to be that a Margarita was one of few vegetarian options on a pizza menu &ndash; not so, now. Seasonal veg is often the star of the show when it comes to toppings, from meaty mushrooms to thinly sliced aubergine, diced butternut squash and fresh, garlicky courgette. This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/courgette-pepper-bianco-pizza" target="_blank">courgette and pepper pizza</a> embraces another 21st century twist - the absence of tomato sauce. A creamy white sauce works perfectly with the ribbons of veg, pine nuts and Parmesan.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="courgette-pepper-bianco-pizza__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/courgette-pepper-bianco-pizza__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>The street food version</h2><p>Street food is growing in popularity with bustling markets popping up in every town and restaurants even dedicating entire menus to street food favourites like tacos and bao buns. Calzone was originally devised as something easy to eat while walking along as it's encased in a dough outer shell - a bit like our version of a pasty. Our on-trend <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mediterranean-calzone-with-sides" target="_blank">calzone recipe</a> uses our readymade pizza base and is stuffed with chunky Mediterranean veg, mozzarella and a dusting of Parmesan. We've also paired it with chunky sweet potato wedges and a tasty chive dip. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="mediterranean-calzone__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mediterranean-calzone__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>The gluten-free pizza</h2><p>According to Coeliac UK, the disease affects at least 1 in 100 people in the United Kingdom and Europe. So whether you're one of those hundred, or simply prefer a gluten-free diet, you can still enjoy pizza. In this recipe, our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pizza-with-celeriac-base" target="_blank">pizza base</a> has been made out of celeriac rather than flour so the whole family can tuck in and enjoy the feast.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="celeriac-pizza__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/celeriac-pizza__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>The sourdough pizza</h2><p>Artisan pizzerias are leading the way on the restaurant scene with many independent and chain restaurants like Franco Manca opting for a sourdough base. Tasty and pleasingly chewy, the good news is that you don't have to eat out to enjoy sourdough. You can make your own creation at home with <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/no-knead-sour-dough-pizza" target="_blank">our recipe</a>. Handily, there is a shortcut method &ndash; this <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/pastry-and-dough/jusrol-sourdough-pizza-base/1000093406026" target="_blank">Jus-Rol Sourdough Pizza Base </a>is all ready to simply roll out and top. Revelation.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="sour-dough-pizza__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/sour-dough-pizza__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>The time-saver option</h2><p>This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/flatbread-pizza-with-peppers-and-rocket" target="_blank">flatbread pizza with peppers and rocket</a> is a throw-it-all-on approach and that's why we love it so dearly. If you want another option, have a go at these speedy <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/roast-pepper-red-onion-stuffed-crust-tortilla-pizza" target="_blank">tortilla pizzas</a>. While this recipe combines sweet caramelised onions with soft goat's cheese, you can load these little pizzas up with whatever toppings you've got in the fridge. Of course, you can also make pizzas using anything from <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/bagel-pizzas" target="_blank">bagels</a> to <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/keema-cheats-naan-pizza-with-roast-beef" target="_blank">naan breads</a> and <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ciabatta-mushroom-pepper-pizzas" target="_blank">ciabatta</a>. Easy, quick and oh-so-delicious.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="square_make_it_1__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/square_make_it_1__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>The use-it-all-up pizza</h2><p>Using up all the food we buy is something we're all very in tune with nowadays as we try and reduce our food waste. And this pizza is a great way of using up whatever you have in the fridge. If you've got an open jar of pasta sauce, use it as the base. Got a couple of sausages that won't stretch to a full family meal? Think again. The meat can be rolled into balls and fried off before topping your pizza. Any ends of cheese? Throw them on as well. The only thing you need to invest in is our <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/baking-mixes/asda-pizza-mix/910000437024" target="_blank">Pizza Mix</a>. Simples.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="tomato-sausage-pizza__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/tomato-sausage-pizza__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to create your own pizza? Make sure you stock up on everything you need at <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda</a> or pop into your <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">local store</a>. </em></p>

6 pizzas with a modern-day twist

By Asda Good Living,20th January 2021

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