Homemade Pizza

1In a bowl, combine warm water (1½ cups), yeast, and sugar (2 tsp). Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2Add olive oil (¼ cup), garlic powder (1 tsp), oregano, basil, thyme, salt (½ tsp), and pepper to the yeast mixture. Mix well.

3Gradually add flour and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

4Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Punch down the dough and divide it into two portions for two pizzas.

5Roll out each portion into a round pizza crust on a floured surface. Place on a pizza pan or baking sheet.

6Spread pizza sauce (1 cup) evenly on the crusts, leaving a border for the crust. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

7Add your favorite toppings on the pizzas.

8Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.

9Slice and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza!