Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius). Put a pizza stone in the oven while it preheats, and let it warm at 500 degrees F for at least 10 minutes.
- Make the pizza dough by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast. Watch for the mixture to become foamy, indicating yeast activation.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt, kneading until achieving a smooth, elastic dough that's easy to handle.
- Assemble the pizza with desired toppings, working quickly to prevent dough from sticking. Use light dusting of cornmeal or flour on baking surface.
- Bake at 500°F for 10-15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
For extra crispy crust, brush edges with olive oil before baking. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for 3 months. Check water temperature precisely at 105°F for proper yeast activation.
