r/glutenfree 1d ago

Product This was hot garbage.

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I gave the Cappello’s pizza a shot and it was absolutely inedible. The crust has a really terrible taste that lingered for a while. Some of their other products are decent, but I would not buy this again.

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u/Ok_Water_4052 1d ago

I get a 3 pack of gluten free pizzas from Costco and then add toppings and a little mozzarella on top before cooking. It’s the better option I’ve found

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u/antihero_84 1d ago

I'll second this. I buy GF pepperonis (so basically any of them) and put those on before I cook it. Add some extra cheeses if you want, but they're amazing without it.

I'll never buy another GF pizza other than the Costco ones.

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u/Audneth 19h ago

Do you recall the price for the 3 pack?

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u/antihero_84 18h ago

$16.99 or something. It's far better priced than any others I've seen, honestly.

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u/Audneth 18h ago

Yeah that beats out ALDI. They sell it at $7.99 per one pizza,so $23.97 for 3 of them.

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u/Isabeau56 1d ago

I haven’t tried those, but the two pack of cauliflower crust ones are quite good, and I HATE cauliflower crust in general. I’m going to try the others now. Thanks!

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u/BJntheRV 1d ago

Just had one for dinner tonight.

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u/xanaxapple 1d ago

Came here to say this!^

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u/Fizadums 23h ago

Them and the Aldi cauliflower crust take and bakes get us through child demanded pizza nights!

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u/GF_forever 20h ago

I've got one in the fridge now. The fresh ones are good, especially with extra veg added (olives, sautéed garlic and mushrooms all work well). The frozen ones are disappointing.

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u/Audneth 19h ago

Whoah whoah. Just got a Costco membership and this escaped my notice. Do you recall how much the 3 pack is? So far I've found a GF pizza at ALDI and they run $7.99 per pizza. (I'm in the USA). The ALDI GF pizza is the best I've found so far for the price point.

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u/Zealousideal_Abies94 1d ago

Is it the cauliflower pizza crust?

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u/Ok_Water_4052 1d ago

Nope!

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u/Zealousideal_Abies94 1d ago

So what’s the brand?

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u/Maggiethecataclysm Celiac Disease 1d ago

Sabatasso's

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u/xxMarcWithaCxx 1d ago

All day so good

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u/Ok_Water_4052 1d ago

sabatassos is the brand. I linked it in my last comment

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u/Zealousideal_Abies94 1d ago

Haven’t had that one, but I am very happy with Kirkland Cauliflower Supreme.

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u/RabbitDeep3605 1d ago

Definitely one of the best gluten free crusts I’ve ever had, they have a 4 cheese one too and sometimes I’ll get that and add my own toppings

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u/writeamemojack 22h ago

In my area this 3 pack is about $17.99 - or $6 per pizza, vs $10.99 for an Udi's Frozen Pizza, which isn't as good.

If you're like me and you have a frozen pizza once a week, thats $60 of savings a year and I figure that pays for my entire Costco membership - just on Pizza. I will literally walk in to buy 4 x 3-packs of pizza and leave - but they also have plenty of other GF options that make it a must have for me!

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u/thebraverwoman Gluten Intolerant 21h ago

Yep. These are our favorite!

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u/danstigz 1d ago

I heard so many good things, and was completely let down too

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u/SirBuscus 1d ago

Yeah, this one was bad.

I like the Sabatasso's cheese pizza from Costco.
I just brown some Italian sausage from the deli and add it on before I bake it.

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u/BigRedDrake Celiac Disease 1d ago

I had this type for the first time, and it’s really good! Shockingly high quality cheese and a great price point.

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u/bigfoodiejudy 1d ago

That's one of my favorites. I miss the days when my Costco carried it. 😕

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u/MamaNeedsMoreCoffee 20h ago

They were gone from Costco for awhile but have been back the past few months.

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u/bigfoodiejudy 20h ago

I hope my location gets them in! Right now, they just have the regular crust. 

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u/f-difIknow 1d ago

These are my favorite

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u/sk0al1 1d ago

My favorite

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u/mamaguebo69 Gluten Intolerant 21h ago

Same!! I like the after taste 😆

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u/Key_Willow6702 1d ago

That’s how I felt about Against the Grain pizza. Couldn’t finish it.

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u/drizinil 1d ago

Against the grain is really bland as is, but if you put garlic butter on the crust it is AMAZING.

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u/MidasInGold 18h ago

This! I can NEVER get the crust to cook right. It’s like gooey in a nasty way in parts. And the cheese is like crunchy plastic sometimes.

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u/troublesomefaux 1d ago

Milton’s thin and crispy is my jam (only thin and crispy!!)

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u/celiactivism Celiac Disease 1d ago

Ate one today. I wish the sauce wasn’t so sweet. But the crust is super light and crispy, especially for the first,idk, 5-10 minutes out of the oven.

Costco is number 1 in my book but I can’t stop myself from eating a whole pizza so if I’m feeling calorie conscious I’ll eat a Milton’s instead.

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u/Relevant-Angle3811 1d ago

if you live near a trader joes they make the best frozen gluten free pizza i've ever had! never had any gluten issues from it which says a lot since i have celiac. i make sure to keep at least one in my freezer all the time, they're SO good

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u/w6750 1d ago

Do you know if they have a GFDF option?

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u/PufffPufffGive 1d ago

They do not.

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u/w6750 1d ago

Darn. Thank you!

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u/PufffPufffGive 1d ago

They also changed to cauliflower crust and man I was so bummed They only have one gf but I can’t complain TJ slaps have you had the gaiya df gf pizzas ? My SIL loves them

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u/w6750 1d ago

I have not, I’ve heard mixed reviews but it does seem like some people swear by them. I’m so desperate for pizza at this point I’m sure I would like it 😂

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u/PufffPufffGive 17h ago

I bet op you could make a banging df gf pizza On your own!! Using the pre made crusts

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u/coffeeville 1d ago

Just in case you aren’t familiar with their other products, they do have GF dough you can buy to make your own GF DF pizza. The dough is good, a little hard to roll out thin enough but the taste is great. I usually just go cheeseless because I’m not a fan of fake mozzarellas. But TJs cheddar slices and shredded mexican cheese are good for melting on sandwiches, nachos etc. The cheddar slices look kind of insane when not melted lol but they are a lot better once heated up.

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u/Intelligent-Price333 1d ago

The cheese one was my least favorite. I love the other versions with toppings. That said I really like the taste of almond flour and know it's not for everyone.

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u/spaghettirhymes 1d ago

My favorite of all time is Trader Joe’s GF fzn pizza. It is so dang good, I think it’s probably my favorite of any fzn pizza. You gotta put it straight on the oven rack and get it crispy and it’s fantastic.

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u/bigfoodiejudy 1d ago

If you have a Safeway near you, I highly recommend the Open Nature pizza. It's my absolute favorite lazy-day meal or just solid for when I want a pizza night. 🍕

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u/Sensitive_Oil_1616 1d ago

Am eating one right now😅 my favorite!! Love the margarita and the chicken alfredo ones

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u/bigfoodiejudy 1d ago

So, the chicken alfredo was my go-to until I tried the meat lovers. 🤣 Changed my world a someone who doesn't usually eat a pizza with red sauce. 

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u/Sensitive_Oil_1616 1d ago

Oh alright I'll have to try it then😄

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u/bigfoodiejudy 1d ago

It's fantastic with hot honey! 🔥

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u/Decisions_70 Celiac Disease 1d ago

THE BEST! Perfect size for 1 person and they often go on sale. Plus, great selection of flavors.

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u/Emotionalcabinet0708 21h ago

Safeway, Randall’s, and Von’s are all the same company. I’ve seen the same store brand in all 3 stores in different states.

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u/B1Traveller 1d ago

I love those 😙🍕

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u/Past-Science-335 1d ago

Yup these are my favorite.

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u/SkylerPancake 1d ago

Bought one a few months ago. Wasn't impressed. Crust wasn't horrible, but still gave me cardboard vibes. Freschetta, Against The Grain, or Sabatasso's are still the only ones I'll regularly buy.

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u/SillyHandle237 23h ago

Freschetta is the best!

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u/ShadowDragon_77 22h ago

Hot garage is my absolute favourite American(?) saying! I’m British and we don’t say it here but i really try adopt it and fit it into situations 😅🥰

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u/Vegetable_Storm_6045 1d ago

I love that pizza! I put extra mozzarella and add veges and it’s 👌🏼

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u/HappyTinSoldier 1d ago

The naked crust is okay, but my fave are the Banza crusts

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u/planetalie 1d ago

same here! banza pizza is the bomb

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u/lewdwiththefood 1d ago

I like these because they don’t have rice in them. The other brand I like is Against the Grain, also no rice.

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u/BlackCats2323 1d ago

I actually love this pizza, I add extra cheese, toppings, and seasonings (like I do with all frozen pizzas) and cook it in the oven on a hot cast iron.

I hate hate hate cauliflower crust pizzas. That rank cabbage aftertaste is not for pizza.

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u/wondercheekin 1d ago

Meijer and Kroger carry the California Pizza Kitchen gluten free cauliflower crust pizzas are pretty good. My go to is the pepperoni and mushroom pizza and I add olives and extra cheese at home. I don't do the recommended 16mins but instead 14 plus 2 on broil at the end to really bubble up the cheese. Sprinkle oregano on top. Always amazing! 

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u/rg2004 1d ago

Everything I have eaten from this company has been overpriced garbage.

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u/Fideothecat 1d ago

The biscuits!? I love those

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u/So_Very_Awake 1d ago

Yeah, the biscuits are legit. Biscuits and gravy are back on the menu.

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u/Sexual_Batman 1d ago

Everything else is trash, but the biscuits are perfect

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u/Past_Cauliflower_440 1d ago

I love their gnocchi and ravioli. But that’s all I buy on the regular from them.

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u/mtubeowulf Celiac Disease 1d ago

If you have an Aldi nearby, they have good cauliflower pizzas. Not the frozen variety. In the refrigerated area.

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u/Neat-Glass2803 1d ago

I don't mind these as a base, but I never eat them as is. Add seasonings, toppings, sometimes feta and they're not bad. But, it's probably telling that you have to add stuff to something that should be edible right out of the box.

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u/rockemsockemcocksock Gluten Intolerant 1d ago

So far, Udi's pepperoni is my fav

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u/SuccessfulSchedule54 1d ago

It’s SO bad.

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u/ohtimorousme Gluten Intolerant 1d ago

I've never tried their pizzas. If I want a pizza I usually buy the cappellos crust and just add my own toppings.

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u/Alternative_Hand_110 1d ago

I really liked this one years ago when it came out. And they changed the recipe in recent years and it really sucks. I love their gnocchi and pasta a lot

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u/TheCookieExperiment 20h ago

Today I realized inedible and incredible are just 2 letters away and make all the difference to a pizza post. 😂

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u/Pristine_Plate7048 1d ago

All gluten free pizza is garbage. The bread is garbage. Sometimes you try a new gluten free bread product and think you've found holy grail because it didn't make you gag lime the last. But over time your enthusiasm for the newer product dwindlws as you realize it is also inedible in terms of satisfaction and taste.

Every fast food gluten pizza I've ever had had the thinnest layer of ingredients ever on it. Gluten pizzas have a nice thick layer of ingredients. The thin layer of toppings makes the awful gluten free bread more prominent.

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u/Miselissa 1d ago

Their gnocchi is the only thing I really like.

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u/SuccessfulSchedule54 1d ago

The gluten free frozen pizza from target is incredible

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u/SeriousData2271 1d ago

I love the ravioli though!

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u/polandonjupiter 1d ago

ill always stick to cauliflower crust. breads is already a complicated thing for gluten free but cauliflower crust is the one thing i think is top tier and i dont want to waste money so i always stick to it.

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u/Ok_Brush_1399 22h ago

I usually go for the caulipower buffa-whoa or veggie but the store was out of both.

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u/krittyyyyy 1d ago

I didn’t mind it, but I think I’ve only gotten it once bc it’s always the most expensive. It wasn’t great or terrible just fine.

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u/TheReadyRedditor 1d ago

I thought the same. Didn’t even finish one piece.

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u/Ok_Brush_1399 22h ago

I gave it two bites. The second bite to confirm it was awful, which was a mistake.

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u/PermanentlyDubious 1d ago

Agree. It's crazy expensive and yet also tastes terrible.

Weirdly, Costco is king for their 3 pack of cheap, good GF pizzas in the frozen section.

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u/Wild-Fun627 1d ago

I thinks Amys Organic GF is Decent, for Store Bought

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u/Clear-Garage-4828 1d ago

Annies brand veggie crust is the way to go

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u/azadiamaan 1d ago

Agreed! I tried this and was SO disappointed.

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u/hernameisriio 1d ago

I liked it before I developed other allergies. But I hate bread so maybe that’s why

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u/JustAutreWaterBender 1d ago

I use the naked ones (just crust). They’re ok. Anyone know of a better crust only?

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u/Saassy11 1d ago

Interesting! This one is my favorite

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u/lavender-bees42 Celiac Disease 1d ago

If you have a Costco membership Sabatassos is phenomenal! If you don’t have one I also love Freshetta

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u/Day_Undone 1d ago

I really dislike their stuff. Everyone's palate is a little different, but their pepperoni tasted like wet dog food smells to me. I strongly dislike their stuff.

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u/RushBubbly6955 23h ago

Yes. It’s crap.

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u/Nervouspie 23h ago

Never will buy that brand. Huge scam LOL

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u/wlmsn 23h ago

Try the Good and Gather (Target brand) GF pizza. The crust is fantastic (think 90s Dominoes) and it's huge compared to other brands. The sauce is bland so I add garlic powder and Italian seasoning and it's great.

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u/veetoo151 22h ago

Has anyone found any gluten free AND dairy free pizza? Or perhaps even lactose free? I got tired of Daiya. And they switched to oat cream, so a big no now anyways.

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u/Truncated_Rhythm 22h ago

Ya. Capellos is pretty awful.

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u/knottycams Celiac Disease 21h ago

That brand has made me sick from several of their products. I refuse to purchase their crap.

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u/kminator 21h ago

Their biscuits are really good. Enjoyed the ravioli as well. Not big servings and kinda pricey tho.

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u/Stargazerlillykris77 20h ago

The new pizza at sprouts that’s gluten-free OGGI. I believe it’s called is the best and I’ve tried every gluten-free frozen on the market!!

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u/Uh_Lee_duh 20h ago

Yep, and it gave me heartburn, which I have since figured out is triggered in me by tapioca flour. I don't know if Cappello's uses tapioca but I'm avoiding it.

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u/More_Possession_519 19h ago

And capellos is so overpriced too!!

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u/whovian_bibliophile 19h ago

Against The Grain cheese is my favorite. I don't like their pepperoni though but will add my own toppings to the cheese pizza.

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u/Ananxiousfeminist 19h ago

My favorite is the gf Freschetta pizza by far. I’ve even had gluten eating friends say they prefer it

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u/Biobesign 18h ago

That’s sad. Their ravioli is very good, although the butternut squash is too peppery for my taste.

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u/ZestyStraw 18h ago

Sorry, I see almond flour and am immediately suspicious 😭 my mom made a low carb/gluten free crust with almond flour once and it was atrocious. I don't think almond flour can get crunchy really? So sorry you had to be subjected to it.

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u/MidasInGold 18h ago

This is my absolute favorite, but then again I eat the pepperoni one so that might make a difference. It reminds me SO much of the Pizza Hut thin crust which also used to be my favorite so there’s my taste level reference lol. This is the most unique gf crust I’ve found tho It’s literally flaky.

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u/peachnecctar 17h ago

I dislike most of their products

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u/peachnecctar 17h ago

When someone thinks of gluten free food this is what they think it tastes like lol

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u/EnoughSeaweed589 17h ago

The Trader Joe’s gf cauli crust cheese pizzas are really good too and don’t taste like cauli cardboard. They have a thinner crust and overall lighter than the Sabatasso's gf cheese pizzas from Costco. But I love both, so I say stock up on both.

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u/International-Ad4735 16h ago

Thats abummer, their GF biscuits are 10/10s

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u/Much-Ground4974 16h ago

So disappointing spending money on crappy gf food…and it’s expensive to boot.

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u/jamaiscredule 12h ago

If you can find it, try Clo Clo. We jut get crusts and make our own pizza bit they are 🔥🔥. They do have pre-topped varieties

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u/szikkia 11h ago

I just tried their ravioli and my partner and I both liked them. Sad the pizza isn't as good.

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u/kellistech 1h ago

Have you tried against the grain?

They even have a crust only so that you can top it yourself. I'm a big fan of a white sauce with chicken, artichoke, and sun-dried tomato.

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u/89inerEcho 1d ago

If you want to set the standard in your mind for gluten free pizza, go get the cauliflower crust pizza at Trident pizza pub in Tucson. Everything after that sucks

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u/FishRoom_BSM 1d ago

Yeah, because that’s completely possible for most people

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u/Hairgiver 1d ago

Yup. Hated the biscuits too. But their ravioli is worth the outrageous price!

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u/Decent-Education7759 Wheat Allergy 1d ago

Agreed. I cried when my costco stopped carrying it.

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u/Hairgiver 1d ago

They used to carry it??? Maybe they will again someday 🤞🤞

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u/let_them_let_me 1d ago

After trying Sabatasso's, i'll never try this brand or any other brand again. Nothing beats Sabatasso's GF Pizza

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u/Past-Science-335 1d ago

The literal worst

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u/SpudzMcKenzie7 1d ago

So, so bad.

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u/thetell-taleraven 1d ago

Completely agree. Not worth the money or calories.

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u/SapphosLemonBarEnvoy 1d ago

I was quite upset when I bought one of these and it was just terrible. I didn't expect that when so many other products of theirs are quite good. Like the baking powder biscuits, those are a serious vice for me, they are so good hot from the air fryer.

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u/ppackwood 1d ago

I love their biscuits! Can you give me directions on how you cook them in the air fryer? (temperature, etc.). Thank you!

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u/SapphosLemonBarEnvoy 1d ago

There are air fryer instructions on the back of the package! It says to preheat the air fryer and I can tell you that it's important to do to get them to the right crust texture.

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u/Normal_Boot9777 1d ago

Thank you! I've seen these but they are just so expensive. Glad to know it suuuucks. Heggies makes a great gf pizza, sausage and pep, chicken Alfredo, margarita. Extra cheese and pepperoni really seals it

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u/revised_username 1d ago

Almond flour anything is ick to me

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u/Wooden-Tree5802 1d ago

Just get a fresh one at Domino's. If you have Marcos, theirs is good too.

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u/CoderPro225 1d ago

I have yet to come across a Domino’s that is celiac safe. They all cross contaminate horribly. But if that’s not an issue for you please enjoy!

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u/FishRoom_BSM 1d ago

I don’t even have celiac but I can’t have foods with cross contact because my symptoms will hospitalize me.

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u/CoderPro225 1d ago

I absolutely feel you there! Got so sick from celiac a few years ago that I developed an infection and was septic. Hospitalized for a bit myself. When nurses swarm your hospital room at 1 am trying to get blood out of your dehydrated veins you know things aren’t good. 🤦‍♀️ That was a long, brutal recovery. These diseases we have are NOT for the faint of heart!

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u/FishRoom_BSM 13h ago

I’m glad you made it through. Even the slightest bit of gluten makes me pee blood out of my butt. Like more than any period I’ve ever had. I’ve had to have infusions of iron and even a blood infusion because I’ve lost so much blood.

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u/CoderPro225 7h ago

So horrible! I have so far avoided an iron deficiency but do have to take supplements for a few vitamin deficiencies. Gluten is just not kind to us at all.