Ingredients
Method
How to Make the Dough
- Whisk the warm water, yeast, granulated sugar, and ¼ cup of flour together in the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with a dough hook or paddle attachment. Cover and allow to rest for 10-20 minutes. If you don’t have a stand mixer, simply use a large mixing bowl and mixthe dough with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
- Add the olive oil, salt, and flour, and beat on low speed for 3 minutes. Then with lightly floured hands, knead the dough for 4-5minutes.
- Grease a large bowl with oil or nonstick spray– just use the same bowl you used for the dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rise at room temperature for 60-90 minutes or untildoubles in size. When the dough is ready, punch it down to release any air bubbles.
How to Make Homemade Pizza
- Preheat the oven to 475°F. Grease the baking sheet with olive oil.
- Divide the dough in half.
- On a lightly floured work surface using a rolling pin gently flatten the dough into a disc. Place the dough onto the baking sheet.
- Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and allow it to rest for a few minutes as you prepare your pizza toppings.
- Spoon on the tomato sauce, place your desired toppings on the pizza and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake 10-15 minutes or until the crust and cheese are golden brown. Slice hot pizza and serve immediately.