Pizza Dough Recipe

This is from the recipe book I gave to oldest son for his college graduation.  I am currently copying recipes out of this book for the younger two children.  I had him bring the book home for break just so that I could copy all of the recipes out!

This is a yeast dough, and requires raising time.  Be prepared to spend a couple of hours getting the dough ready for dinner!

Pizza Dough Recipe

Pre-Heat to 425*F

2 1/2 - 3 cups flour
1 package active dry yeast
1 tsp. salt
1 cup warm water

In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups flour, yeast, and salt.

Stir in warm water and oil.  Knead until smooth and elastic,working in the flour as you go.

Cover dough and let rise until double - about one hour.

Punch down dough, divide in half.  Cover and let rise 10 minutes.

Put dough onto cookie sheet or pizza pan.

Cover ad let rise 30 minutes.

Bake in a 375* oven for 20 minutes.

Cover with sauce, cheese and toppings.  bake an additional 10 - 20 minutes.

Gluten Free Pizza Dough Recipe

I use this recipe that I found at Bob's Red Mill. (External Link to Bob's Red Mill.)

The dough is very sticky, and unlike wheat flour, you need to keep your hands WET to keep the dough from sticking.  It's a really, really good recipe!