Basic Pizza Dough

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Total Time:
1 hr 58 min
Prep
20 min
Inactive
1 hr 20 min
Cook
18 min
Yield:
2 (12-inch) pizzas, serving 4 to 6
Level:
Intermediate
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Directions

In a large bowl combine yeast with water, olive oil, salt and stir well to proof. After 5 minutes, add half of the flour and mix well to thoroughly incorporate. Add all remaining flour except 1/2 cup and mix well with your hands. Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead dough for at least 5 and up to 7 minutes, adding enough additional flour, as necessary, to form a smooth and elastic dough. Dough should not be sticky. Transfer dough to a lightly oiled 2 or 3 quart bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, usually at least 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F and if you have a pizza stone place it on the bottom rack of the oven.

Divide dough into 2 portions and form into balls. (See note below for calzones.) Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet and cover with a damp towel. Let rest for 15 minutes, then transfer to a lightly floured surface, shape as desired and roll out to a thickness of 1/4-inch. Transfer dough to a pizza peel and top with toppings of choice. Transfer to the preheated pizza stone and bake until crispy and golden brown, usually 12 to 18 minutes (depending on the toppings). Remove from the oven with a metal peel or spatula and serve immediately.

Note: For calzones, divide the dough into 4 equal portions and form into 4 balls. Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet and cover with a damp towel. Let rest for 15 minutes, then transfer to a lightly floured surface and roll out into 4 (6-inch) circles. Place filling of choice in the center of 1 side of each circle, then fold dough over filling to meet edges of filled side. Crimp edges with a fork or your fingers, then cut a small slit in the top of the calzone to allow steam to escape while cooking. Cook on a preheated pizza stone in a preheated 475 degrees F oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until well-browned. Remove from the oven with a metal peel or spatula and serve immediately.

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  • on March 04, 2013

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    This recipe was fool proof. I tried it twice and great results both times. Using the rapid rise yeast may have helped. Good pizza crust flavor. Nice texture.

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  • on February 05, 2013

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    think its okay

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  • on January 10, 2013

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    I love this recipe!! I used Italian bread flour and only 2 cups (plus enough for board. Crispy Neopolitan pizza! I also cook for 8 min on 450-500.

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