Pizza Dough

Ingredients

• 1 package active dry yeast , .25 ounce
• 1 cup warm water , 110 degrees F/45 degrees C
• 2 cups bread flour , plus more for dusting
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in warm water in a small bowl. Let stand until creamy, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Combine bread flour, olive oil, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture in a mixing bowl; stir well to combine. Beat until a stiff dough has formed. Cover the bowl; let rise at room temperature until dough doubles in volume, about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

4. 4

   Turn dough out onto a well-floured surface. Form dough into a round and roll out into a thin crust. Cover with your favorite sauce and toppings.

5. 5

   Bake pizza in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown, about 20 minutes.