Pizza Dough - by hand :-) (although I use a Kitchen-Aid Mixer)
from the kitchen of Maureen Bills
1 pkg. yeast
1 cup warm water
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. olive oil (flavored grapeseed oils also work well - I use
basil/garlic, or garlic/parsley grapeseed oils)
3 1/2 c. flour (approx.)
Garlic salt, parmesan cheese (optional - to taste)
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Stir in sugar, salt and oil. Add 2
cups of flour, beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to make a soft
dough. Turn onto lightly floured board; knead until smooth and elastic.
Place in greased bowl; brush top with oil. Cover, let rise in a warm place
until double. Punch down; shape at once or cover and refrigerate.
Optional: When mixing in sugar, salt and oil - you can also add some garlic
salt, and/or parmesan cheese for flavor.