Step 1

Add all dry ingredients to a stand mixer with a dough hook and mix to combine

Step 2

Add the water and mix for 3 minutes on medium speed or until all flour has been saturated with liquid and a shaggy dough has formed.

Step 3

Cover and allow to rest for 10 minutes

Step 4

Continue mixing with the dough hook for 10 minutes until most of the flour has come clean from the side of the bowl.

Step 5

Brush your baking pan liberally with olive oil.

Step 6

Form the dough into a ball and lightly press it into an oval

Step 7

Wipe any excess oil from the pan and place the dough in the pan to rest overed for 30 minutes

Step 8

Stretch the dough to the edges of the pan or as close as you can get it while maintaining an even layer.

Step 9

Allow the dough to rest for 2-4 hours or until it has doubled.

Step 10

At this point, the dough should either be touching the edges of the pan or can be stretched to touch the edges. If the dough is still too tight, allow it to rest for another 15-30 min covered, and then perform the final stretch.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 475F.

Step 12

Top the pizza with a thin layer of cheese and par-bake for 10 minutes.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and add a thick layer of cheese around the edges of the pizza pan.

Step 14

Top with any of your preferred toppings and sauce if desired.

Step 15

Return to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and crispy along the edges.

Step 16

If you refrained from saucing earlier, feel free to sauce at this point in streaks across the top of the pizza.

Step 17

Use a sturdy spatula and release the sides and bottom of the pizza from the pan.

Step 18

Cut into squares and serve.