Pizza Dough

Directions

1. 1
   In the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer fitted with a dough hook, stir the yeast into the lukewarm or warm water until it dissolves.
2. 2
   Add the pastry flour and salt and mix well.
3. 3
   Continue kneading and adding the all-purpose flour 1 cup at a time, until the dough is smooth and not sticky, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Shape the dough into a ball and put in a lightly oiled bowl.
5. 5
   Turn the ball to coat it with oil.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise in a warm draft-free place (75°F.) for one hour, until doubled in volume.
7. 7
   Punch down the dough and divide it into three balls.
8. 8
   Place the balls on parchment paper or a lightly floured work surface, cover, and let rise for 45 minutes, until doubled.
9. 9
   This dough can be frozen for future use.