Directions: |
Directions:1. Combine 1 cup flour, instant yeast, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and basil in a large bowl.
2. Add olive oil and warm water and use a wooden spoon to stir very well.
3. Gradually add another 1 cup of flour. Add any additional flour as needed, stirring until dough is forming into a cohesive, elastic ball and beginning to pull away from the sides of the bowl. The dough will be slightly sticky but still should be manageable with your hands.
4. Drizzle a separate, large, clean bowl generously with olive oil and brush the oil up the sides of the bowl.
5. Lightly dust your hands with flour and form your pizza dough into a ball and transfer to the bowl. Use your hands to roll the dough along the inside of the bowl until it is coated in oil, then cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm place.
6. Allow the dough to rise for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size. Preheat the oven to 425ºF/215ºC at this point.
7. Once the dough has risen, use your hands to gently deflate it and transfer it to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth (about 3-5 minutes).
8. Use either your hands or a rolling pin to work the dough into a 12" circle. Transfer to a parchment paper lined pizza pan and form the crust.
9. Drizzle additional olive oil over the top of the pizza and brush the entire surface of the pizza with the oil.
10. Use a fork to poke holes all over the center of the pizza to keep the dough from bubbling up in the oven.
11. Add desired toppings and bake at 425ºF/215ºC for 13-15 minutes. |
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