The best Pizza Dough

makes 2- 12 inch pizzas

1 c. warm water

2 1/4 tsp. yeast

1 Tbs. sugar

2 tsp. salt

2 Tbs. olive oil

3- 3 1/2 c. flour

In a large mixing bowl, stir yeast and sugar in water. Let stand for 5-10 until bubbly. Pour in salt, oil, and half the flour and mix. When it is all mixed in, slowly add more flour and mix until it is slightly tacky, but doesn't stick to your fingers. Knead for 6 minutes in mixer. The dough should be smooth and easy to work with and clean the bowl.

Transfer the dough to a clean, greased bowl and let rise for 1-2 hours, covered.