Pizza Dough

http://www.recipezaar.com/Basic-Pizza-Dough-26181

I really like this recipe for my dough. I used half all purpose flour and half whole wheat flour.

2 twelve inch crusts (change servings and units)

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Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (Optional: 1 1/2 cups whole wheat, 1 1/2 cups all purpose)
  
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
• 1 cup water

Directions

1. Combine sugar, water and yeast in a measuring cup or small bowl.
2. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl and make a well in the center.
3. Pour yeast mixture and oil in well and stir into dry ingredients until you have a soft dough.
4. If dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
5. Knead until smooth on a lightly floured surface.
6. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel and let rise until doubled.
7. IF YOU HAVE A BREAD MACHINE skip the above steps and just put the ingredients in according to the machine's instructions and use the "dough" setting.
8. Punch down and let rest for 10 minutes.
9. Makes 1- deep dish or 2- 12-inch pizza crusts.
10. To bake, top with your favorite sauce, cheese, etc., and bake at 450°F for about 15 minutes or until crispy and cheese is bubbling.

Pizza Sauce

http://www.recipezaar.com/New-York-Style-Pizza-Sauce-169388

This was my first attempt at home made pizza sauce and everyone loved it. I did add some Italian seasoning and some grated Parmesan cheese to it.

2 1/2 cups (change servings and units)

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Ingredients

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 2 t. dried)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2-1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (or 1 1/2 t. kosher salt)

Directions

1. In a small pot , combine the diced tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, olive oil, basil, oregano, sugar, garlic, and salt. (optional: italian seasoning, grated parmesan cheese)
   
2. Simmer on low for about 30 min. (or while pizza dough is rising)
   
3. Use immediately or store in a air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.