Classic Pizza Crust Recipe

Ingredients:
* 1 package active dry yeast
* 2 1/2 cups sifted flour
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup warm water
* 1 tablespoon cooking oil
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, 1 cup of flour, and the salt. Mix. Next, add the water
and oil. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Scrape the sides of the bowl and continue to beat on
high speed for 3 minutes. By hand, stir in enough flour to make the dough stiff. Knead until
smooth which can take up to 10 minutes. Place in a well greased bowl and turn the dough until it
is lightly greased.
Cover and let rise for about 1 1/2 hours or until the dough has doubled in size. Punch it down and
chill for 2 hours. Cut the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll the halves into 12 inch circle and
about 1/8 inch thick. Brush the surfaces of the dough with olive oil and add the toppings of your
choice. Cook at 425* for 25 minutes.