Pizza Dough

Pizza Dough

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1 cup warm water

1 packet active dry yeast

2 1/2 to 3 cups flour

2 TBS. olive oil

1/2 tsp. salt

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Combine water, yeast and 1 1/2 cups flour in a large bowl, mix well.

Add oil, salt and remaining flour. Work until dough holds its shape.

Place on lightly floured surface, kneed dough until smooth and elastic.

If dough is sticky add a bit more flour.

Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl covered with plastic wrap.

Let dough rise until it has doubled in size, about 1 hour.

When dough has risen, divide into portions and roll into balls.

Cover and let rest 20 minutes. Lightly drizzle the dough with olive oil. 

Then form the dough into shape. The thinner the better.

As dough will rise when cooked

Pre heat oven 400*  for 30 minutes before baking pizzas.

Tip:

 Bake pizza crust 5-7 minutes before topping for a crispier crust.