Pizza Dough

Directions

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   Pour the packet of active dry yeast into lukewarm water and whisk with a fork until the yeast is dissolved.
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   Let sit for about 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
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   Combine flour and salt in a large bowl and form a well in the center of the flour.
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   Pour the water into the well and, using your hands or the dough hook on an electric mixer (not a beater!
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   ), mix the flour and the water together.
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   When combined, transfer half of the dough to a floured surface and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, not sticky.
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   Repeat with the second half of the dough.
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   If using immediately, place the balls of dough in a bowl.
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   If not using immediately, the dough can be placed in a plastic bag or Tupperware container in the refrigerator for 48 hours or frozen.
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    Do not leave uncovered if placing in the fridge or freezer.
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    (Adapted from The Kitchn.)