How make pizza

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Making pizza at home can be a fun and rewarding experience! Here's a basic recipe to get you started:

### Ingredients:

#### For the dough:

- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)

- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1 teaspoon sugar

#### For the toppings:

- Tomato sauce

- Shredded mozzarella cheese

- Your choice of toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, etc.)

- Olive oil (for drizzling)

### Instructions:

1. **Activate the yeast**: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. **Prepare the dough**: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough starts to form.

3. **Knead the dough**: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

4. **First rise**: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

5. **Preheat the oven**: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.

6. **Shape the dough**: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. On a floured surface, roll out each portion into a round circle, about 12 inches in diameter.

7. **Add toppings**: Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza peel or parchment paper. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and your desired toppings.

8. **Bake the pizza**: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven, either directly onto the pizza stone or onto a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.

9. **Serve**: Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Drizzle with a little olive oil, if desired, and serve hot.

Enjoy your homemade pizza! Feel free to customize the toppings and experiment with different flavors.