". I, too, get a bit testy with people insisting that this or that ingredient isn’t “authentic”. My credo is if you rather replace an ingredient with something you like better-go for it!" AJ, I can't speak for the rest of the posters but I can tell you why I have been posting on authenticity. Look at the title of the blog. To me, it implies that the recipe is authentic and true to what you will find in Chicago pizzerias. The article itself does not really make that claim. I absolutely agree that you should make pizza how you like it. But the title implies authenticity and those of us who have noted some inauthentic additions are merely pointing that out. Still looks like an awesome pizza, authentic or not! I have yet to try a recipe I have not liked on this site. PJ, what better way to stay within a budget than pizza? I checked several websites - under $14 for a small pie at Giordano's (serves 2), a personal pizza at Lou Malnati's for under $7, and about the same for a single serving pizza at Pizzeria Due's. And if you want a break from pizza, consider going to one of Rick Bayless' restaurants. You can get lunch for about $15 at Frontera Grill. It's been several years since I have been there but as I remember, it was excellent. I hope it is as good as I remember, because I'll be in Chicago next month for a few days as well. Chicago also has awesome Thai, Greek (Greektown), Polish, and Indian, all of which can be had very economically. Have a great trip! Thanks for the dining tips, Jess. And I guess I'd better rename this blog, to head off any more controversy, huh? I'll think of a new title... PJH

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