Directions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of warm water, 1 teaspoon of instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture stand until it foams on top, about 5 minutes. This indicates the yeast is activated.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a food processor with a plastic blade or dough hook, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. If you don't have a food processor, mix these ingredients in a large bowl.
Step 3: Form the Dough
Gradually add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients while the food processor is on medium speed. Mix until a soft dough ball forms. If mixing by hand, create a well in the flour and gradually incorporate the liquid into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
Step 4: Knead the Dough
Remove the dough from the bowl and knead it for a few minutes on a floured surface. This prevents sticking and ensures a smooth dough.
Step 5: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Step 6: Divide and Use
Once risen, divide the dough in half. Use immediately to make two 23-cm (9-inch) thin-crust pizzas or two 20-cm (8-inch) thicker crust pizzas. Alternatively, refrigerate the dough for up to 48 hours or freeze it in an airtight bag for later use.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 ml) warm water
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar
- 2 cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
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Directions
Directions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of warm water, 1 teaspoon of instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture stand until it foams on top, about 5 minutes. This indicates the yeast is activated.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a food processor with a plastic blade or dough hook, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. If you don't have a food processor, mix these ingredients in a large bowl.
Step 3: Form the Dough
Gradually add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients while the food processor is on medium speed. Mix until a soft dough ball forms. If mixing by hand, create a well in the flour and gradually incorporate the liquid into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
Step 4: Knead the Dough
Remove the dough from the bowl and knead it for a few minutes on a floured surface. This prevents sticking and ensures a smooth dough.
Step 5: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Step 6: Divide and Use
Once risen, divide the dough in half. Use immediately to make two 23-cm (9-inch) thin-crust pizzas or two 20-cm (8-inch) thicker crust pizzas. Alternatively, refrigerate the dough for up to 48 hours or freeze it in an airtight bag for later use.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 ml) warm water
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar
- 2 cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt