Classic Pizza A Step by Step

Classic Pizza A StepbyStep Here s a basic recipe for classic pizza: Ingredients: Pizza Dough: 2 1, 4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup warm water 2 1, 2 to 3 cups allpurpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil Pizza Sauce: 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes 12 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste Toppings: Shredded mozzarella cheese Your favorite toppings pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives) Instructions: 1. Pizza Dough: In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 57 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cl