Quick Mix Quick Rise Pizza Dough

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of flour with yeast and salt.

2. 2

   Pour hot water and oil into flour mixture and mix well.

3. 3

   Mix in remaining flour to make a slightly sticky dough.

4. 4

   Form dough into a ball.

5. 5

   On a lightly floured surface - or using the dough hook on KitchenAid mixer - knead dough for about five minutes or until smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   Cut dough in half; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. To make later, refrigerate the rounds of dough at this point. Bring to room temperature before rolling or stretching.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, lightly oil pizza pans or sheets and sprinkle lightly with cornmeal.

8. 8

   Roll dough to desired thickness and transfer to pans, or place dough directly on pan and pat and stretch to desired shape and thickness.

9. 9

   Let rise for 15 minutes, a little longer if you are making a thick crust.

10. 10

    Add toppings.

11. 11

    Bake in 450 degree oven for 16 to 18 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.