These rectangular or circular slabs of relatively thick stone or metal absorb heat to cook pizza much faster than a pan or sheet tray, mimicking the results of commercial or wood-fired pizza ovens.

A pizza stone is the best tool for baking up crispy ... Baking steels are also much thicker than a baking sheet or even a cast-iron pan, and therefore they hold a lot more heat.

Pizza stones are great for making perfect pies at home, but figuring out how to clean them can be confusing. Fortunately, we're here to help.