Pizza Crust (Traditional)

By melanieroe

Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 1 (15-inch) pizza crust

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

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from recipe.com

Preparation

Step 1

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.