This recipe will be enough to make about 3 large pizzas, We have large family and when my kids want to have a "make your own" pizza night, I like to make 1.5 times the recipe to ensure I have enough dough for them and still have enough dough to make 2 large, and one smallish pan of bread sticks.
INGREDIENTS:
4.5 tsp yeast
4 tsp sugar
3 c warm water
6 tbsp olive oil
3 tsp salt
2 tsp white vinegar
8-9 c flour
In a bowl combine 1 cup warm water with the sugar and yeast. Stir to dissolve the yeast and let sit for about 5 minutes.
Add the remaining 2 cups of water, olive oil, salt, and vinegar.
Begin mixing on medium-low speed, gradually add the flour and knead for about 7 minutes, or until your dough is smooth and elastic. You might need to add a little more flour than what I listed on here. The dough should be slightly sticky, but not so sticky that it really sticks to your fingers.
Cover bowl and let the dough rest in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
Punch dough and place on lightly greased or floured counter top. Divide dough into 3 large pieces.
Roll and stretch to desired thickness. You can let dough rest while you preheat the oven to 440-450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Brush pizza dough lightly with olive oil and prick it all over with a fork. Pre-bake dough on a hot pizza stone for 6 minutes.
Remove from oven and add your favorite pizza sauce and toppings. Return to oven and bake for 8-15 more minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly. Enjoy!!!
