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Quick Pizza Dough

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From EatingWell:  November/December 1996, July/August 1996

In less time than you can drive to the store and back, this homemade pizza dough is ready.

1 pound dough (6 servings) | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 package quick-rising yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 3/4 cup water

Preparation

1. Pulse flour, yeast, salt and sugar in a food processor until mixed.
2. Heat oil and water in a small saucepan or in a glass measuring cup in the microwave to between 120 and 130°F. With the processor on, gradually pour the warm liquid through the feed tube. (If the mixture is too dry, add 1 or 2 tablespoons warm water.) Process until the dough forms a ball, then process for 1 minute to knead.
3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Per serving : 151 Calories; 1 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 30 g Carbohydrates; 4 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 390 mg Sodium; 65 mg Potassium

2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 2 starch

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: The dough can be made ahead, enclosed in a plastic bag and stored in the refrigerator overnight. Bring to room temperature before using.