Ingredients
4 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 envelope active dry yeast
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 cup hot water (120 -130 deg. f)
Directions
Makes two 12" pizza crusts. 8 Servings each.
1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, the yeast and salt. With
electric mixer, slowly beat in water; beat 2 minutes, occasionally
scraping bowl with rubber spatula. With mixer on medium speed, beat
in 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes, until dough is stiff. Stir in 1
1/2 cups flour. 2. Sprinkle clean work surface with
1/4 cup flour. Knead dough
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Servings: 12 servings
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