Pizza Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Mix water and yeast and let stand for 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Add 2 cups of flour and mix well.
3. 3
   Let stand for 1 to 2 hours in a warm place.
4. 4
   It should get bubbly.
5. 5
   Add salt and olive oil and mix.
6. 6
   Add remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time to form a dough.
7. 7
   Dump onto floured board and knead for 10 minutes, adding flour to board as needed to prevent sticking.
8. 8
   ( If you have a Kitchenaid stand mixer, you can do this step with the dough hook.
9. 9
   ).
10. 10
    Place dough in oiled bowl and turn to coat.
11. 11
    Cover with towel and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
12. 12
    Punch down and divide into two.
13. 13
    Roll each out on floured board to 12 inches in diameter.
14. 14
    Transfer to a pizza peel coated with cornmeal.
15. 15
    Bake at 450 degrees for 12-13 minutes.