Ingredients
3 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°), divided1 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon salt2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1/3 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thymeDash pepper1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
In a bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the oil, salt, remaining water and 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Pat dough flat. Let rest for 5 minutes. Press into a greased 14-in. pizza pan. Spread with salad dressing. Combine the garlic powder, oregano, thyme and pepper; sprinkle over dough. Top with cheeses.
Bake at 450° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
