Pizza Made Easy

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 package active dry yeast
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup warm water
2 Tbs. canola or olive oil

In large bowl, mix 1 1/4 cups of flour with yeast & salt; add warm water & oil.
Beat with a whisk 3 minutes.
Using a wooden spoon,, stir another 1 1/2 cups of flour, or enough so mixture holds together.
Place dough on a lightly floured surface.
Knead in 1/4 to 1/2 cup more flour--stop once it's lump free.
Wrap half of dough in plastic wrap & freeze for later use.
Cover remainder & let rest for about 10 minutes.

Heat oven to 425.
On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into 4 portions.
Roll each into a 6 inch circle.
Transfer to a greased baking sheet.
Build up edges slightly.
Prick bottom with a fork.
Bake about 8 minutes.
Spread sauce & choice of toppings & cheese onto crust & bake for another 8 minutes.

Makes 4 mini crusts