Basic Dough (For Pizza And Focaccia) Recipe

1. 1

   Sprinkle yeast over water in a small bowl; stir to dissolve yeast.

2. 2

   Let stand about 5 min.

3. 3

   Stir in flour and salt to make a soft dough.

4. 4

   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.

5. 5

   Knead till smooth and elastic, about 5 min, adding more flour if necessary.

6. 6

   Shape into a ball.

7. 7

   Place in a greased bowl; turn to coat.

8. 8

   Cover and let rise in hot place till doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.

9. 9

   Preheat oven to 425 F. Sprinkle two large baking sheets or possibly jelly-roll pans with cornmeal.

10. 10

    Punch down dough.

11. 11

    Divide dough in half; roll or possibly pat each dough piece into an 8-inch round if making pizza.

12. 12

    For focaccia, roll or possibly pat whole dough piece into a 13x9-inch rectangle.

13. 13

    Top dough as desired.

14. 14

    Bake on lowest rack 20 min or possibly till crust is golden.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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