Directions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water and let stand until bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture; stir to combine and knead about 6-8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled.
4. Preheat oven to 450F (230C).
5. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface or a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal to fit a 12x16-inch pan.
6. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and season with oregano and garlic powder if using.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.