Basic Pizza Dough

Directions

• Combine the yeast, water and sugar into a small bowl. Set aside for 5 minutes or until the water turns foamy .
• Combine the flour, salt and oregano in a large bowl. Create a well in the centre of the flour.
• Add the yeast mixture and oil.
• Using a wooden spoon, slightly combine the mixture.
• Once slightly combined, use your hands to bring the mixture together within the bowl.
• Sprinkle a light dusting of flour onto a clean surface. Place dough onto the bench and knead for 10 minutes or until a smooth, elastic ball.
• Place into a clean bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a wet tea towel. Allow to sit in a warm area of the kitchen until doubled in size (approximately 30 minutes).
• Once risen and ready to prepare pizzas, slightly flour the bench and place dough onto the bench.
• Knead dough slightly, allowing air to be pushed out. Divide into two equally sized doughs.
• Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into discs. You may need to pick up the dough a few times and turn around to make sure the dough is equally spread around. You will want to roll the dough out until it is approximately 2cm thick all over.
• Place onto a lined baking tray or pizza stone. If using a pizza stone, place the stone into the oven when it’s preheating. This will make the crust super crunchy and cook all the way through.
• Cover with your favourite toppings and bake until dough is cooked through.
• Serve immediately and enjoy!