Butter Parmesan Pizza Crust Dough

This makes a wonderful soft tender crust and is enough for two smaller pizzas or one extra large pizza.

In a small bowl or cup mix 2 teaspoons sugar in 1 / 2 cup warm water until completely dissolved.

Add in yeast mix slightly with a spoon , then cover with a tea towel and proof for 10 minutes or until foamy.

Meanwhile place the egg in cup and cover with very warm water.

In the stainless steel mixer bowl place 3-1 / 2 cups flour , 2 teaspoons salt , melted and cooled butter , italian seasoning and parmesan cheese.

When the yeast is finished proofing add to the mixer bowl with the egg and 3 / 4 cup warm water.

Start mixing / kneading adding in more flour to create a soft dough.

Knead up to 8 minutes until a smooth soft dough is achieved.

Remove dough to very lightly floured surface , cover with a clean tea towel and let rest for 8-10 minutes.

Gather up dough and knead gently for about 30 seconds.

Place in a well-greased bowl , cover and let rise for 1 hour to 2 hours or until doubled.

Remove the dough and divide in half.

Place on a generously-floured surface.

Let rest 10 min.

dry yeast, sugar, water, butter, flour, parmesan cheese, egg, italian seasoning, salt