Pizza

Crust

• 1 package active dry yeast / 2 1/2 tsp. instant yeast
• 1 tsp. white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 1/2 cups bread flour (or general purpose)
• 2 tblsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. onion powder

Sauce

• 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
• 2 tsp.s oregano
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tsp. basil
• 1/2 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder (optional)
• a few pinches of red pepper flakes (optional)

Also

• ~2 cups shredded mozarella
• Any toppings

1. Preheat oven to 450°F/230°C.
2. In a medium bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water
3. Let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes (Only a few minutes if using instant yeast)
4. Mix sauce ingredients in a saucepan and let simmer for about 30 minutes
5. Mix flour, salt, and seasonings in a separate bowl
6. Stir dry mix and olive oil into yeast mixture (let stand 5 minutes if not using instant yeast)
7. Turn dough out on to a greased baking sheet (olive oil works well)
8. Spread dough evenly to the edges
9. Poke holes/dents into the dough with a fork or spiked roller
10. Spread sauce on dough, then add cheese and toppings
11. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown
12. Let cool for 5 minutes