OSRS How to Make Anchovy Pizza A Step-by-Step Guide for Runescape Players

OSRS How to Make Anchovy Pizza A Step-by-Step Guide for Runescape Players

Ever wondered how to whip up an anchovy pizza in Old School Runescape (OSRS)? As someone who’s spent countless hours grinding skills and exploring Gielinor, I can tell you this pizza isn’t just a tasty in-game treat—it’s a fantastic way to boost your Cooking level while making some decent gold. Whether you’re a low-level player or a seasoned adventurer, crafting anchovy pizza is straightforward and rewarding. Let’s dive into the process, share some personal tips, and answer those burning questions you might have about this fishy delicacy.

Anchovy pizza is one of the best foods in OSRS for mid-level players. It heals 18 hitpoints (9 per bite), making it a solid choice for combat training or quests. Plus, it’s a great way to train your Cooking skill without burning a hole in your coin pouch. I remember when I first started making these pizzas back in my noob days. I was desperate to level up Cooking past 40, and anchovy pizzas were my go-to because the ingredients were cheap and easy to gather.

So, why should you care about making anchovy pizza?

  • It’s profitable: You can sell them on the Grand Exchange for a nice profit.

  • Boosts Cooking XP: Each pizza gives decent experience.

  • Useful for combat: Heals well for PvM or PvP.

Got a low Cooking level? No worries! You only need level 55 Cooking to make anchovy pizza, and I’ll walk you through every step.

Ingredients Needed for Anchovy Pizza

Before you start cooking, you need to gather the right ingredients. Think of it like preparing for a real-life pizza party, but instead of calling Domino’s, you’re hitting up the Grand Exchange or fishing spots. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Pizza base: The foundation of your pizza.

  • Tomato: Adds that tangy flavor.

  • Cheese: Because what’s a pizza without it?

  • Anchovies: The star of the show, giving the pizza its unique taste.

Here’s a quick table summarizing the ingredients and where to get them:

Ingredient

How to Obtain

Grand Exchange Price (Approx.)

Pizza base

Buy from GE, or make with flour and water (Cooking level 35)

200-300 gp

Tomato

Buy from GE, or pick from farms (e.g., Port Sarim)

50-100 gp

Cheese

Buy from GE, or use milk on a churn

50-100 gp

Anchovies

Fish with a net (Fishing level 15), or buy from GE

100-150 gp

Where I Get My Ingredients

When I was grinding Cooking, I used to fish my own anchovies off the coast of Lumbridge. It’s relaxing to cast a net and watch the XP roll in while chatting with friends in my clan. If you’re short on time, though, just buy everything from the Grand Exchange. It’s faster, and honestly, who has time to churn cheese when there are bosses to slay?

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Anchovy Pizza

Alright, let’s get to the fun part—making the pizza! Follow these steps, and you’ll be a master chef in no time. I’ve broken it down to make it as simple as possible, based on my own trial-and-error experiences.

Step 1: Get Your Cooking Range

You’ll need a cooking range to make anchovy pizza. The best spots are:

  • Lumbridge Castle: The range here reduces the chance of burning food.

  • Hosidius Kitchen: If you’ve got 100% Hosidius favor, this is a game-changer with an even lower burn rate.

  • Your Player-Owned House (POH): If you’ve got a fancy kitchen, use it!

I always use the Hosidius Kitchen because I spent hours pickpocketing Master Farmers for that favor. Trust me, it’s worth it for the reduced burn rates.

Step 2: Make the Pizza Base

If you’re making your own pizza base:

  1. Grab a pot of flour and a jug of water.

  2. Combine them to make dough.

  3. Use the dough on a range to create a pizza base.

Pro tip: If your Cooking level is below 35, just buy the pizza base from the Grand Exchange. I learned this the hard way after burning way too many doughs early on.

Step 3: Add the Toppings

Now, let’s build that pizza:

  1. Use a tomato on the pizza base to make an incomplete pizza.

  2. Add cheese to the incomplete pizza to create a plain pizza.

  3. Cook the plain pizza on a range (requires Cooking level 35).

  4. Finally, add anchovies to the cooked plain pizza to make an anchovy pizza.

Here’s a quick tip from my own adventures: always double-check your inventory before cooking. One time, I accidentally used a shrimp instead of an anchovy and ended up with a weird pizza that wouldn’t sell for anything!

Step 4: Cook and Enjoy

Once you’ve added the anchovies, your pizza is ready to eat, sell, or store for your next boss fight. If you’re cooking in bulk, make sure you’ve got enough inventory space. I once made 500 pizzas for a big Slayer grind and had to bank every 28 pizzas—it was tedious but worth it.

Cooking XP and Burn Rates

How much XP do you get from making anchovy pizza? Here’s the breakdown:

  • Pizza base: 0 XP (if bought) or minimal XP if made from dough.

  • Plain pizza: 143 XP when cooked.

  • Anchovy pizza: 39 XP when adding anchovies.

Total XP per anchovy pizza is around 182 XP, assuming you cook the plain pizza successfully. But what about burning? At level 55 Cooking, you’ll burn some pizzas, especially if you’re not using a good range. Here’s a table of burn rates:

Cooking Level

Burn Rate (Standard Range)

Burn Rate (Hosidius/Lumbridge)

55

~20-25%

~10-15%

60

~10-15%

~5-10%

70

~5%

Almost 0%

I stopped burning pizzas entirely around level 68 when using the Hosidius range. If you’re struggling with burns, consider wearing cooking gauntlets from the Family Crest quest—they help a ton.

Tips for Efficient Pizza Making

Want to make anchovy pizzas like a pro? Here are some tricks I’ve picked up over the years:

  • Bank close to a range: The Rogue’s Den is great because it has a bank and a fire right next to each other.

  • Use teleports: Teleport to Lumbridge or Hosidius to save time.

  • Stock up on ingredients: Buy in bulk from the Grand Exchange to avoid running out mid-session.

  • Train Fishing too: If you’re low on cash, fish your own anchovies for extra XP and profit.

One time, I set up a marathon cooking session while watching a movie. I teleported to Hosidius, grabbed 1,000 of each ingredient, and just zoned out while making pizzas. By the end, I had 70 Cooking and a nice stack of gold from selling the extras.

Profit Potential of Anchovy Pizza

Can you make money making anchovy pizzas? Absolutely! Let’s do a quick cost analysis based on current Grand Exchange prices (as of my last check):

  • Cost of ingredients: ~500-600 gp per pizza (pizza base + tomato + cheese + anchovies).

  • Selling price: Anchovy pizzas sell for ~700-900 gp each.

That’s a profit of 100-300 gp per pizza. If you make 1,000 pizzas, that’s 100k-300k profit! Not bad for a few hours of work. I’ve funded plenty of Slayer trips by selling pizzas, especially when I was saving up for my first Abyssal Whip.

Common Questions About Anchovy Pizza

Can I make anchovy pizza at a low Cooking level?

You need level 55 Cooking to add anchovies, but you can make plain pizzas at level 35. If you’re below 55, train with cheaper foods like trout or salmon first.

Is it worth fishing my own anchovies?

If you’ve got Fishing level 15, it’s a great way to save money and gain Fishing XP. But if you’re in a rush, just buy them.

What’s the best place to cook pizzas?

Hosidius Kitchen, hands down. The burn rate is super low, and there’s a bank nearby. Lumbridge is a close second for free-to-play players.

Can I use anchovy pizza for high-level content?

It’s decent for mid-level content like Slayer or early bossing, but for high-level stuff like Inferno or Theatre of Blood, you’ll want sharks or better.

My Biggest Pizza-Making Fails

I’ve had my fair share of mess-ups while making anchovy pizzas. One time, I was distracted by a clan mate asking for help with a quest, and I burned an entire inventory of plain pizzas. Another time, I forgot to cook the plain pizza before adding anchovies and ended up with a raw mess that I couldn’t even eat! These mistakes taught me to stay focused and always double-check my steps.

Why Anchovy Pizza Is My Favorite OSRS Food

There’s something satisfying about making anchovy pizza. Maybe it’s the simplicity of the process or the fact that it’s a nod to real-world pizza (even if anchovies aren’t everyone’s favorite). For me, it’s a nostalgic part of OSRS. Back when I was a level 50 noob, I used to make these pizzas to fund my first set of Rune armor. Every time I cook one now, it takes me back to those early days of exploring Gielinor, dreaming of becoming a maxed player.

Final Thoughts

Making anchovy pizza in OSRS is a fun, profitable, and skill-boosting activity that every player should try. Whether you’re grinding Cooking, stocking up for combat, or just looking to make some gold, this fishy treat has you covered. Follow the steps I’ve shared, avoid my rookie mistakes, and you’ll be churning out pizzas like a pro. What’s your favorite OSRS food to make? Drop a comment on my blog, and let’s swap some cooking tips!