Parmesan Pizza Crust

By Tamipri

Ingredients

• 2 pkg. active dry yeast
• 2 c. warm water , (105-115 degrees)
• 6-7 c. all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 c. vegetable oil
• cornmeal
• olive oil

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Combine yeast and water; let stand 5 minutes. Combine yeast mixture, 3 cups flour, and next 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; beat at low speed with an electric mixer until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to make a medium-stiff dough. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 45 minutes or until dough is doubled in bulk. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surfface, and knead 4-5 times. Coat two 12" pizza pans with cooking spray; sprinkle with cornmeal. Divide dough in half, and pat each portion evenly into pans; brush with olive oil, and prick with a fork. Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Add desired sauce and toppings, and bake at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes; sprinkle with desired cheeses, and bake an additional 5 minutes.

Note: To freeze, divide risen dough in half before kneading, wrap in plastic wrap, and place in heavy-duty, zip-loc plastic bags; freeze up to three months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight.