Basic Pizza Dough

This is my most favorite pizza or breadstick recipe because it's fast and tastes great!

2/3 package dry yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm water
1/4 tsp. sugar
1 1/3 c. flour
1/3 tsp. salt
1/3 Tbls. olive oil

1. Dissolve sugar & yeast in water; set aside for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Combine flour, salt, & olive oil in bowl; make a well in the center.
3. When yeast mixture is bubly, pour into center of well. Start kneading, bringing flour toward center of bowl; gradually increasing kneading motion.

If dough feels sticky, add flour, if it feels dry, add water. Knead vigorously until dough is smooth and elastic. Roll into ball; cover with a damp cloth. let rest for about 20 minutes in warm place. Beat dough with your palm to expel gas formed while fermenting. When ready to use, place dough on floured counter top or table and flatten with your hands or rolling pin from center out. Bake in oven at 425-450F. This recipe makes 1 crust, but I usually triple to make two big pizzas or three medium pizzas. Also, the dough can be stored in the fridge or freezer, just baste with a little olive oil and wrap in plastic wrap. Enjoy!