A method of par-baking a foodstuff includes the steps of providing a raw foodstuff having a generally planar top surface, the foodstuff once par-baked being adapted for a completion of the cooking with a topping on the top surface thereof. A topping-substitute having a thermal insulation value corresponding...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US5620731?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5620731 - Method of par-baking a foodstuff and product thereof