pizza crust recipe

### Pizza Crust Recipe Creating a homemade pizza crust is a simple and rewarding process that forms the foundation of a delicious pizza. Here’s a basic recipe that yields a soft, chewy, and flavorful crust. #### Ingredients: - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet) - 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C) - 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 teaspoon sugar - 2 teaspoons salt #### Instructions: 1. **Activate the Yeast:** - In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir lightly and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes foamy. This step ensures that the yeast is active. 2. **Make the Dough:** - Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook until the mixture begins to come together. - Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The dough should be slightly sticky but pull away from the sides of the bowl.