parmesan pizza dough

By MauiDreaming

can be frozen and used later.
makes 4 12-inch crusts

Ingredients

• 5 cups flour, divided
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp. quick rising instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 cups cold water
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

mix 4 cups flour, cheese, yeast and salt in a large bowl

add oil and water, mix until it forms a soft dough.
knead on a lightly floured surface about 5 minutes or until dough is smooth and elastic, gradually adding remaining flour.

cut dough into 4 equal pieces, spray each piece with cooking spray.
if using imediately cover each piece loosely with plastic wrap and let stand 15 minutes.

remaining dough can be stored in a freezer bag that has been sprayed with cooking spray. can store in the freezer up to 3 months. thaw before using.