Basic Pizza Dough

1. 1

   Combine the wine, water and yeast in a large bowl and stir until the yeast is dissolved.

2. 2

   Add the honey, salt and olive oil and mix thoroughly.

3. 3

   Add 1 cup of the flour and mix with a wooden spoon to make a loose batter.

4. 4

   Add 2 more cups of the flour and stir with the spoon for 2 to 3 minutes to incorporate as much flour as possible.

5. 5

   Bring the dough together by hand and turn out onto a floured board or marble surface.

6. 6

   Knead for 6 to 8 minutes, until you have a smooth, firm dough.

7. 7

   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a towel.

8. 8

   Set aside to rise in the warmest part of the kitchen for 45 minutes.

9. 9

   Cut the risen dough into 4 equal pieces and knead each portion into a round.

10. 10

    Cover again and let rest for 15 minutes.

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    To make the pizzas: Dust a clean work surface lightly with flour.

12. 12

    Working with one piece of dough at a time, use your fingers and palms to flatten the dough into a 10- to 12-inch round, each about 1/8-inch thick.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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