Ingredients
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 teaspoon sugar1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon salt3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce3 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1 medium green pepper, diced2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Preparation
In large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add oil and salt. Stir in flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 2-3 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain.
Punch down dough; divide in half. Press each half into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Combine the tomato sauce, oregano and basil; spread over each crust. Top with beef mixture, green pepper and cheese.
Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
