Large Pizza Dough Recipe

Inspired by Remo's

Time2h

Serves8

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Ingredients

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1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F to 115°F) with sugar and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the bowl with the flour and salt. Mix until a rough dough forms.
4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
5
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Then, turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a large pizza round, about 16-18 inches in diameter.
7
Prepare for Baking
Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. If desired, add a sprinkle of cornmeal to prevent sticking. Now the dough is ready for toppings.