Whole Wheat Pizza Dough Recipe

Ingredients

3 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/4 cups whole wheat flour2-1/2 cups water3 tablespoons olive oil3 to 3-1/2 cups white whole wheat flour

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, salt and whole wheat flour; set aside. In a small saucepan, heat water and oil to 120°-130°; stir into dry ingredients. Stir in enough white whole wheat flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky).

Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 minutes. Punch down dough; divide into 3 portions. Use immediately, refrigerate overnight or freeze for up to 1 month.