Ingredients 2 1/2 cups Manny’s Choice Flour all-purpose divided 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 1/8 teaspoon dried basil (optional) 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional) 2 Tablespoons olive oil + additional 3/4 cup warm water Instructions Make the Dough: · Combine 1 cup Manny’s Choice Flour (125 g), instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. If desired, add garlic powder, Italian seasoning and dried basil at this point as well. · Add olive oil and warm water, stir very well. · Gradually add another 1 cup Manny’s Choice Flour (125 g). Add additional Manny’s Choice Flour as needed, stirring until the dough is forming a cohesive, smooth ball and is beginning to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Let the Dough Rise: · In a large bowl drizzle generously with olive oil and coat the sides. · Lightly dust your hands with Manny’s Choice Flour and form the pizza dough into a round ball, then transfer to the olive-oil-brushed bowl. Roll the pizza dough in the bowl until it is coated, then cover tightly and place in a warm place. · Allow dough to rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size. · Preheat oven to 450°F. Bake the Pizza: · Once dough has risen, gently punch down and transfer to a surface lightly dusted with Manny’s Choice Flour and knead briefly until smooth (about 3–5 times). · Use either your hands or a rolling pin to work the dough into 12" circle. · Transfer dough to lightly oiled pizza pan and shape edges. · Drizzle additional olive oil over top and brush to cover. Add garlic for additional flavor. · Use fork to poke holes over center. · Add desired toppings and bake for 13–15 minutes at 450°F or until golden brown. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
