Windy City Works Thin Crust Pizza Recipe

Dough Preparation and Pizza Assembly

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   In a small bowl, mix the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Combine Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the unenriched wheat flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.

3. 3

   Knead the Dough

   Mix until it forms a dough, then transfer to a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. 4

   First Rise

   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

5. 5

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.

6. 6

   Roll out the Dough

   Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a thin round to fit your pizza baking sheet or stone.

7. 7

   Top the Pizza

   Transfer the rolled out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Add your desired toppings such as pizza sauce, cheese, and vegetables.

8. 8

   Bake the Pizza

   Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

9. 9

   Serve

   Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.