New York-style Thin Crust Pizza

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast, let it sit for 5 minutes
2. Step 2: Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the bowl, mix until a shaggy dough forms
3. Step 3: Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, one cup at a time, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic
4. Step 4: Knead the dough for 10 minutes, until it becomes shiny and elastic
5. Step 5: Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until it has doubled in size
6. Step 6: Preheat the oven to 550°F (290°C) with a pizza stone inside
7. Step 7: Punch down the dough and shape it into a thin circle, about 14 inches in diameter
8. Step 8: Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel
9. Step 9: Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges
10. Step 10: Top with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and chopped basil
11. Step 11: Slide the parchment paper or pizza peel onto the preheated stone
12. Step 12: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly