Our Favorite Pizza Dough

3 cups bread flour

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons sugar

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast

1 cup warm water (about 110 degrees F)

Combine sugar, water and yeast in measuring cup or small bowl and set aside. Combine flour and salt in large bowl and make a well in the center. Pour yeast mixture and oil into well and mix until you have a soft dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. If dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. Place in an oiled bowl and cover until double in size.

IF YOU HAVE A BREAD MACHINE: Skip the above steps and put all ingredients in according to the machine's directions and use the "dough" setting.

After dough has risen, punch down and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll out to desired thickness and top with your favorite pizza sauce and toppings.

Bake at 450 degrees F for 15 minutes or until crispy and cheese is bubbling.

Makes 1 deep dish or 2-3 12-inch pizza crusts, depending on the thickness of your pizza.