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In a large mixing bowl, combine a package of active dry yeast and 1 1/2 cups warm water.
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Wait two to three minutes for the yeast to rise.
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Mix in 1/2 cup flour and 1 teaspoon sugar.
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Be sure to mix well.
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Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, and 3 1/4 cups flour, and work the ingredients together.
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Use your hands or a large wooden spoon.
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Transfer the dough to a smooth flour-dusted surface and knead it until the dough is smooth, about 5 minutes.
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If the dough becomes sticky when kneading, gradually add up to another 1/4 cup flour.
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Place in a large bowl that’s been lightly greased with olive oil, cover the bowl, and allow the dough to double in size.
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This should take about an hour.
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Divide the dough into two pieces and roll them into balls.
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Rest the dough for 15 minutes.
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Place a ball of dough on a floured counter or work surface, and flatten it with your hands.
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Keep stretching and pressing down on the dough until it reaches the desired size.
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Slide your hands underneath the dough and lift it onto an oiled pizza pan.
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Depending on the size and shape of your dough, you can also use a baking sheet.
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Place your toppings on the dough.
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Toppings on traditional Italian pies are generally light. Italians are aghast at American pizzas with tons of meat and cheese.
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Bake the pizza in a 450-degree oven until the cheese turns golden brown in spots and the edge of the crust looks golden brown.
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If you have any doubts, carefully lift up the crust with a metal spatula (plastic can melt) to see whether the bottom of the crust is lightly browned.
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