Traditional Pizza Crust

From: Taste of the South

Servings: 1 (15-inch) pizza crust

Prep: 20 mins

Total: 1 hr 40 mins

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by 2 people

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Ingredients

1 (1/4-ounce) envelope active dry yeast

2 teaspoons sugar

1 1/4 cups warm water (105 degrees F to 115 degrees F)

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 tablespoon olive oil

Cornmeal

Directions

1. Combine yeast, sugar, and water in a 2-cup liquid-measuring cup; let stand for 5 minutes.

2. In work bowl of a food processor, combine flour and salt. Pulse several times to combine. With processor running, slowly add yeast mixture and oil. Continue running processor until mixture is combined and forms a ball.

3. On a lightly floured surface, turn dough out and knead for 5 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees F), free from drafts, for 1 hour, or until dough is doubled in bulk.

4. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

5. Punch dough down; knead lightly 4 or 5 times. Roll dough into an 18-inch circle.

6. Spray a 15-inch pizza stone lightly with cooking spray; sprinkle with cornmeal. Place dough round on top of stone, folding edges over to fit stone. Prick dough with a fork.

7. Top with desired sauce and toppings. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned.

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