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Crust: Thick Sicilian Pizza Crust




Source of Recipe


Robbie


List of Ingredients




2 packets active dry yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour - divided
1/2 cup warm water - 110 degrees
1 tsp. salt
1 cup cool water
pizza sauce - of your choice, as needed
shredded cheese - of your choice, as needed
toppings - of your choice, as needed

Recipe



-Combine yeast, 1/2 cup flour, and warm water in a bowl; cover with plastic wrap; allow to rise for 15 minutes.
-Stir to deflate.
-In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups flour, salt, and cool water.
-Combine the two mixtures in a bowl with the remaining flour.
-Turn dough onto a floured board and knead for 15 minutes.
-Place dough in a bowl lightly dusted with flour; cover with plastic wrap; allow to rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours. (see NOTES)
-Punch down dough and roll out on a lightly floured surface.
-Lightly oil a 17 1/2" X 11 1/2" X 3/4" pan.
-Place dough in pan and push to stretch out evenly, leaving a lip against sides of pan.
-Allow to rest for 15 minutes.
-Stretch out dough again and spread sauce over crust and top with cheese and desired toppings.
-Cook in center of 450 degree oven for 25 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

YIELD: 12 Servings

NOTES : After allowing the dough to rise, you may place it in a plastic zipper bag and refrigerate. When ready to use, proceed with instructions.