Pizza recipe:

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups warm water2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar

Toppings:

1 cup tomato sauce2 cups shredded mozzarella cheeseYour choice of toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, peppers, etc.)

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

In a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, and stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, until it doubles in size.

Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal parts. Roll out each part into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Place the rolled-out dough on the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce over the dough, add your desired toppings, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot. Enjoy!