A- and L+'s homemade Chicago style pizza

Crust:

1 cup flour

1 cup water

1/4 c plus 2 T olive oil

2 tsp yeast or 1 pkg

1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt

1 1/2 tsp sugar

Mix/knead for 2 minutes

Let rise for approx. 8 hrs

Makes 2 medium crusts

For the sauce, combine:

1 12oz can of 6-in-1 ground tomatoes (you can find this at Cosetta) or puree a 28 oz can of diced tomatoes (no need to add sugar)

sugar to taste (1 T)

1 clove fresh garlic

finely chopped fresh basil, oregano, sage (about ¼ cup)

Topping Options:

Sausage from Cosetta (our favorite)
Spinach
Onion
Pepperoni


2-3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (don't have to go fancy; Crystal Farms works just fine)


Assembly:

Press dough into oiled 12 inch cast iron pan. Put topping(s) over dough. Cover with cheese. Cover cheese with sauce. Sprinkle a little romano or parmesan on top. Butter crust.

Bake for 20 minutes at 475, then rest for 15-20 minutes