Sure, here’s a basic recipe for Busy Days Pizza Dough:
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a dough starts to form.
- Once the dough comes together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air bubbles and divide it into portions, depending on how many pizzas you want to make. You can make one large pizza or several smaller ones.
- Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can go, typically around 475-500°F (245-260°C).
- Roll out each portion of dough on a lightly floured surface into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza pan.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as tomato sauce, cheese, vegetables, and meats.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Busy Days Pizza!
