Pizza Crust I

Recipe View 5 mins Combine Ingredients: In the bread maker, add warm water, salt, olive oil, flour, sugar, and yeast. Follow your bread maker's instructions for the order of ingredient addition. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Dough Cycle: Set the bread maker to the 'dough' setting and start the machine. Allow it to run through the complete dough cycle. (1 hour 30 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs First Rise: Once the cycle is complete, remove the dough from the bread maker. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. (1 hour)

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).

Recipe View 5 mins Shape the Dough: Gently punch down the dough to release the air. On a lightly floured surface, roll or pat the dough into a 12x15-inch rectangle for a jelly roll pan, or a 12-inch circle for a round pizza pan.

Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease your chosen pan with olive oil. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and let it rest for 10 minutes. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Add Toppings: Spread your favorite pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle generously with your desired toppings. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the toppings are cooked to your liking. (15-20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, if desired.