Homemade Pizza Crust

• cups all-purpose flour↗2
• teaspoon salt↗1
• package rapidmix yeast↗1
• cup hot tap water↗1
• teaspoons olive oil↗4

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In food processor fitted with metal blade, combine flour, salt and yeast; process until well mixed.

2. 2

   With the machine running, pour in hot water and oil (down the feed tube) and process 35 to 45 seconds, or until smooth; add a little extra flour if necessary.

3. 3

   Remove from processor and form into a smooth ball.

4. 4

   Place in an oiled bowl, turning ball until completely coated with the oil.

5. 5

   Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let rise, in a warm spot, for about one hour.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

7. 7

   Lightly rub a small amount of olive oil on a cookie sheet and set aside.

8. 8

   Punch down pizza dough and, on a floured surface, roll out into a rectangle to fit your cookie sheet (your dough will be about 1/4 inch thick).

9. 9

   Place dough on oiled cookie sheet and spread your choice of sauce and toppings (and cheese!) on it; bake pizza for approximately 20 minutes.