Par-Baked Pizza Crust

1. 1

   Stir together sugar, yeast, and 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water (105115F) in small bowl.

2. 2

   Let stand 5 minutes, or until mixture looks foamy.

3. 3

   Whisk together flours, cornmeal, oil, and salt in bowl.

4. 4

   Stir in yeast mixture, adding more warm water if necessary to make moist dough.

5. 5

   Transfer dough to floured work surface, and knead 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   Transfer dough to large bowl rubbed with oil, and turn to coat with oil.

7. 7

   Cover with kitchen towel, and let rise in warm place 1 hour.

8. 8

   Punch down dough, and knead 2 minutes.

9. 9

   Return to bowl, and let rise 1 hour more.

10. 10

    Preheat oven to 500F.

11. 11

    Rub 2 baking sheets with oil.

12. 12

    Divide dough into 2 pieces.

13. 13

    Roll out each piece into 12- x 9-inch rectangle or 12-inch round.

14. 14

    Transfer to prepared baking sheets, prick crusts all over with fork, and bake 5 minutes, or until set but not browned.

15. 15

    Cool on wire rack before adding toppings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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