Homemade Thin-Crust Pizza
MAKES 2 (10-inch) pizzas SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS For the dough: 3/4 cup lukewarm water 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided For the toppings: 1/2 cup pizza sauce, such as classic red sauce or a white sauce 1 to 2 cups cheese: one or a combination of shredded mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, fontina, romano, and asiago cheese Topping options: sautéed onions or mushrooms, sliced red peppers, pepperoni, cooked sausage, cooked bacon, etc. INSTRUCTIONS Arrange a rack in the bottom third of the oven, place a rimmed baking sheet on the rack, and heat to 200-210°C. Meanwhile, make the dough. Pour the water into a medium bowl. Sprinkle the yeast over the water, and let stand until the yeast is dissolved and foamy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the flour an...