Pizza has been my favorite food for awhile now. I guess you could say it was love at first bite. The unbeatable combination of hot, gooey mozzarella and the sharp sweetness of marinara has never failed to mesmerize me. And let's not forget the delicious doughy crust, often sprinkled with tasty herbs.

*stomach grumbles*

Here are 10 reasons why I love pizza, and why you should too:

1. Pizza has an infinite amount of possible topping combinations.

Cheese, Sausage, Pepperoni, Chicken alfredo, anchovies, green peppers, peanut butter and jelly, shrimp and even taco pizza are just some of the possibilities. There's something for everyone! Don't like certain toppings? Take em off! Or make a pizza without those toppings. Pizza is art: make what you want of it.

2. Pizza can easily be made gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan.

Dietary restrictions? Not with Pizza! Pizza is friendly to every person, regardless of their allergies or life choices. Pizza does not discriminate.

3. Dessert Pizza

Not only is pizza an awesome meal, it can also make an awesome dessert! Dessert pizzas can be any kind of dessert you want really. Just add whatever is delicious to you!

4. Cold Pizza for Breakfast

Just woke up and looking for an easy breakfast that requires absolutely no effort other than opening the refrigerator? Solution: Pizza.

5. Frugality

Pizza is not a particularly expensive food. A whole frozen pizza from the grocery store can cost as little as a few bucks. Now that's a smart option.

6. Pizza Can Serve Many People!

There's a reason pizza is cut into slices: to share with your friends! Pizza is a great party food. You can cut it into triangles for smaller gathering and squares for large ones. And if there is extra, pizza makes great leftovers! (See #4).

7. Personal Pizzas!

Don't like sharing your food? No problem! Many restaurants that serve pizza have a personal pizza size for those who like a smaller portion and don't want leftovers. You can't go wrong!

8. Easy To Access

I'm pretty sure all grocery stores sell frozen pizzas, and a lot of restaurants serve pizza as well. The amount of pizza chains in the US are numerous, which obviously means it is a staple food in the diets of many. (As it should be). No matter where you are, you can find a pizza somewhere near you.

9. Italy

Pizza is from Italy, and Italy is pretty cool. So.

10. Pizza is Beautiful

Have you ever seen a freshly baked pizza? It is one of the most beautiful sights in the world. Appreciate the beauty.

Now you know. Pizza is a winner. Go forth my friends and eat some pizza.