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Viewed: 70 - Published at: 9 years agoIngredients
- 3 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (105 115)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm water (105-115)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- vegetable oil cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon Italian spices (optional)
Method
- In a 2 c measuring cup or sm bowl, combine yeast, sugar and 3/4 c warm water; let stand 5 minutes.
- Combine yeast mixture, flour, salt, water, and oil in lg bowl, stirring til well blended.
- Turn out dough onto floured surface; knead 5 minutes.
- Place in bowl coated w/ cooking spray, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 30 mins or til dough is doubled in bulk.
- Punch dough down; knead 4 - 5 times.
- Divide dough into 6 equal portions; roll each into 8" circle.
- Cook each round on each side in a non-stick 8" skillet coated w/ cooking spray over med heat about 2 mins per side or til dough rounds are lightly browned.
- Cool crusts and freeze in an air-tight container up to 6 months.
- TO MAKE PIZZA: Place frozen crusts on baking sheets; spread w/ 1/4 c pasta sauce and sprinkle w/ favorite toppings.
- Bake at 425 for 12 - 15 minutes or til edges are lightly browned and cheese melts.
- FOR EXTRA FLAVOR: I like to add Italian seasoning/spices to the crust for extra flavor.
