Quattro Stagioni Pizza

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a baking stone inside.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes, until frothy.
3. Step 3: Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Step 4: Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
5. Step 5: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Step 6: Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
7. Step 7: Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper or a lightly floured pizza peel.
8. Step 8: Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
9. Step 9: Top the sauce with mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts, prosciutto, sun-dried tomatoes, and mushrooms.
10. Step 10: Slide the parchment paper or pizza peel onto the preheated baking stone.
11. Step 11: Bake for 15-20 minutes, until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.