Chicago Pizza Dough - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 1/2 to 7 c. flour
2 pkg. instant yeast
3 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. warm water
6 Tbsp. vegetable oil

Preparation

In large mixer bowl, combine 3 cups flour, yeast and salt. Mix well.
Add warm water and oil to flour mixture.
Blend at medium speed for approximately 3 minutes.
By hand, gradually stir in remaining flour to make a firm dough.
On floured surface, knead dough 3 to 5 minutes.
Place dough in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a towel.
Let rest 20 minutes.
On lightly floured surface, roll dough to the size of pizza pan.
Lightly oil pan and place dough on top of it.
Cover with towel and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Add your favorite toppings and bake at 425\u00b0 until bottom of dough is brown (approximately 30 to 40 minutes).