Basic Pizza Dough

1. 1

   Whisk 1 1/3 cups warm water (105 degrees F) and the sugar in a bowl; sprinkle the yeast on top.

2. 2

   Set aside until foamy, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the olive oil.

4. 4

   Whisk the flour and salt in a large bowl.

5. 5

   Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture.

6. 6

   Gradually stir with a wooden spoon to make a rough dough.

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

8. 8

   Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes, dusting with more flour if necessary.

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   Form into 2 balls.

10. 10

    Brush 2 large bowls with olive oil, add a ball of dough to each and turn to coat with the oil.

11. 11

    Cover tightly with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 hour, 30 minutes.

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    Roll out and top as desired, or wrap in plastic wrap and freeze up to 1 month.

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    Photograph by Con Poulos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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