SANDRA'S PIZZA DOUGH HOMEMADE (Double Batch)
The perfect pizza dough that never fails me. Be sure to check the expiration dates on both your yeast and baking powder prior to using... Yield: (2 pizza crusts) Prep: 10 Mins. Rise: 1 Hr. INGREDIENTS 2-1/4 teaspoons (or 1 packet) active dry yeast--not rapid or instant 1-1/2 cup warm water 1 teaspoon sugar 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon double-acting (or regular) baking powder --(Makes for a crispier crust) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to lightly oil bowl METHOD Sprinkle active dry yeast over 1-1/2 cups of warm water, add sugar, stir and let bloom for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine flour, baking powder and salt. With the mixer running on low speed, drizzle in the olive oil and mix until combined. Pour in yeast mixture and mix until combined, just when dough wraps around hook. Knead on clean, flour-free board, just until smooth, then form into a ball. Coat a separate large glass mixing bowl (so the plastic ...