Italian Thin Crust Cheese Pizza

FOR THE SAUCE

Step 1

Drain tomatoes well in colander.

Step 2

Pour into a non-reactive bowl.

Step 3

Add olive oil, sugar and garlic, and then add fresh herbs.

Step 4

Mix together and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

FOR THE DOUGH

Step 5

In large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients.

Step 6

In smaller bowl, mix together the water and oil.

Step 7

Add to dry mixture and mix well.

Step 8

Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Step 9

Oil a glass bowl and place dough in bowl.

Step 10

Cover with plastic wrap.

Step 11

Place bowl in warm draft free place for about 40 minutes, until doubled in size.

Step 12

Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 13

Strain the sauce mixture.

Step 14

Oil a 16” round pizza pan and spread dough out on pan.

Step 15

Stab here and there with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 16

Spread sauce to about 1 inch from the edges.

Step 17

Top with mozzarella cheese about 1 inch from edges.

Step 18

Bake for 10 minutes, until crust is golden brown.

Step 19

Broil until cheese starts to bubble.

Step 20

Allow to cool a bit, before slicing.