Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Deep Dish Pizza expire?
Unopened and refrigerated, a store-bought deep dish pizza tends to last around 2-3 days past the printed sell-by-date. However, once you've opened or cooked the pizza, it only stays fresh for 3-4 days in the fridge. If you've stored the pizza in the freezer, you can expect it to last about 1-2 months past the original expiration date.
How do you tell if Deep Dish Pizza is bad?
Firstly, check the top of the pizza for any signs of mould - this is a sure sign it's spoiled. Also, if the cheese or other toppings have an off smell or look discoloured, this usually means the pizza has gone bad. Trust your instincts - if you're unsure if it's safe, it's best to throw it out.
Tips for storing Deep Dish Pizza to extend shelf life
• Always refrigerate or freeze your pizza within two hours of purchasing or cooking.
• If you're planning to freeze the pizza, wrap it tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil or place it in a freezer bag to prevent freezer burn.
• If you're reheating a frozen pizza, no need to defrost it - it can go straight from the freezer to the oven!
• Keep your refrigerator at or below 40°F and your freezer at or below 0°F to maintain the freshness of your food.