Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings:
Feel free to choose from a variety of toppings commonly found on pizzas, such as:
- Tomato sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni
- Mushrooms
- Onions
- Bell peppers
- Olives
- Italian seasoning
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough to a greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough and add your desired toppings.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your homemade pizza!