3cupflourall purpose, 2 and 3/4 for recipe the rest for dusting
1tablespoonsalt
2teaspoonsugar
1 teaspoonactive dry yeast
3tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil2 for recipe 1 for the bowl
1cupwarm water100 to 110 degrees *see notes below*
parchment paperto cook pizza
Instructions
Combine 2 and 3/4 cups of flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the middle of the mixture and add the water. Sprinkle the sugar and yeast in the water. Let is sit for 5 to 10 minutes. You will begin to smell the yeast and the mixture will bubble a bit.
After it rests add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and stir until it just starts to come together. Add the remaining flour to a flat surface such as your counter and dump the dough onto it. Knead it with your hands until it is smooth, at least 1 minute.
Use the remaining oil to coat a large bowl, add the dough and cover with plastic wrap. Put it in a warm draft free space and let it rise for 2 hours.
When you are ready to use it remove the dough and divide into 2 parts. On a lightly floured surface stretch the dough working with your hands into the desired shape.
Notes
Use a microwave safe bowl to heat the water. Make sure it is between 100 and 110, use a thermometer. Too low will not activate the yeast and too hot will kill it resulting in flat unraised dough.