BASIC PIZZA DOUGH

INGREDIENTS

500g bread flour(high protein flour)
10g(2 teaspoons) instant dried yeast
5g(1 teaspoon)caster sugar
225-250ml water
30ml(2 tablespoons) olive oil
10g(2 teaspoons) salt

METHOD

Mix together the flour,yeast and sugar. Add the water, olive oil and salt. Knead to form a pliable dough. If the dough feels sticky, knead in a bit more flour. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover and proof for at least 1 hour until doubled. (For a slow rise, proof overnight in the refrigerator) Punch dough lighly to deflate and knead for a few seconds.Divide dough into desired portions. For thin crust pizza, roll dough 3mm thick. The dough is now ready for the toppings as desired.