Foodie Challenge: Can you guess this iconic dish?

Think you know your food? Prove it! We’ve got 9 intriguing hints spread across the next three slides. If you can crack this puzzle, you truly deserve the title of a food genius! The answer awaits on the last slide—guess wisely!

I originated from a European country but have been reinvented globally.
I was once considered a meal for the poor but became a gourmet delight.
My foundation is a combination of flour, water, yeast, and time.

I undergo a transformation in extreme heat, reaching temperatures above 800°F in traditional settings.
One of my key ingredients was once called "poisonous" when first introduced to Europe.
I am associated with a queen, giving rise to one of my most famous variations.

My most controversial topping sparks endless debates.
Some say I should be eaten with hands, while others insist on cutlery.
Despite my countless variations, simplicity often defines my most classic form.

PIZZA

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