System for applying patterned crust segments to dough
OwnerMichael C. FINDLAYinventor
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Abstract
A device and method to create additional segments of crust and topping zones on baked products such as pizza. The device is a base with a top surface and a bottom surface opposing the top surface and at least one pattern that protrudes from the surface of the base. Before cooking the baked product, the pattern is embossed into uncooked dough. Additional dough may be applied along the pattern on the flattened uncooked dough along the embossed pattern. The newly created crust results in additional segments of crust and topping zones throughout the pizza. Within the new topping zones, singular or combinations of toppings can be applied. Once baked, the product may be sliced along the crust segments, with each individual slice having toppings and a crust section.
Claims13
A method for creating a pizza with additional patterned crust segments utilizing a device for applying patterned crust segments to dough, comprising the steps of:
- (a) placing a base with a raised or concaved pattern over uncooked dough with the pattern facing the dough,
- (b) pressing the base with the pattern into the dough,
- (c) removing the base with the pattern;
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- (d) applying crust segments to the dough wherein a piece or pieces of dough are disposed along borders formed by the pattern in the dough.
A device for applying patterned crust segments to dough, the device comprising:
- (a) a base with a top surface and a bottom surface opposing the top surface, wherein at least one pattern protrudes from at least one of the base surfaces.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.