Pizza Dough

1. 1

   Put the water in a small bowl.

2. 2

   Add the yeast and stir until dissolved.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk the flour and salt together.

4. 4

   Add the yeast mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.

5. 5

   If the dough is too dry, add a little extra water, 1 tablespoon at a time.

6. 6

   If the dough is too sticky, add extra flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

7. 7

   Transfer the dough to a floured work surface.

8. 8

   With floured hands, knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 10 to 12 minutes.

9. 9

   Drizzle the inside of a clean bowl with olive oil.

10. 10

    Put the dough in the bowl and cover loosely with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel.

11. 11

    Set the bowl in a warm, draft-free place, until the dough has doubled in size, about 2 hours.

12. 12

    Using a fist, deflate the dough in the center and cut it into 3 equal-sized pieces.

13. 13

    Form the dough pieces into 3 balls and put into 3 oiled bowls.

14. 14

    Cover each bowl loosely with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and let rest for 1 hour.

15. 15

    Remove the dough and wrap in plastic.

16. 16

    Refrigerate for up to 1 day.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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