Whole Wheat Crust Recipe

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   Dissolve honey and yeast in 1 c. hot water in a large bowl.

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   Let stand 5 min.

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   Stir in 1 3/4 c. whole wheat flour, white flour, salt and extra virgin olive oil to create a soft dough.

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   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

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   Knead till smooth and elastic (about 5 min).

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   Add in sufficient of remaining flour, 1 table-spoon at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands.

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   Place dough in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top.

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   Cover dough and let rise in a hot place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 1 hour or possibly till doubled in bulk.

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   Punch dough down.

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    Divide in half.

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    Roll each half into a 12 inch circle on lightly floured surface.

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    Place dough on 12 inch pizza pans or possibly baking sheets coated with cooking spray and each sprinkled with 1/2 Tbsp.

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    corn meal.

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    Crimp edges of dough with fingers to create a rim.

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    Cover and let rise in hot place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 30 min.

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    Top and bake according to recipe directions.

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    Yields 2 (12 inch) pizza crusts.

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    About 716 calories, 6.2 grams fat, each crust.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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