Homemade Pizza Crust

1. 1

   Sprinkle yeast into the water and stir until dissolved.

2. 2

   Stir in sugar, salt and oil.

3. 3

   Add 2 cups flour and beat until smooth, then gradually stir in the additional 1 1/2 cups flour.

4. 4

   Dough should be as soft as biscuit dough.

5. 5

   Turn out on lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   Place in greased bowl and brush top with soft shortening.

7. 7

   Cover and let rise in warm place (85u00b0), free from draft, until doubled in bulk.

8. 8

   Punch down and divide in half.

9. 9

   Form each half into a ball and place on greased baking sheet.

10. 10

    Press out with palms of hands into circles about 12-inches in diameter, making edges slightly thick.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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