Mix: Water + yeast + sugar → dissolve. Add flour → mix shaggy. Add salt + oil → knead 8–10 min.
Bulk Ferment (SHORTER at altitude): 60–75 minutes max at room temp.
Balling: Divide into 3 × ~550g balls (Joe’s-style fuller slice). Tight ball, smooth surface.
Cold Ferment (THE SECRET): Refrigerate 48–72 hours.
Prep to Bake: Remove from fridge 2–3 hours before bake. Dough should relax + slightly puff.
Baking Setup (Home Oven): Oven: 550°F (or max). Steel preferred (huge difference). Preheat: 45–60 min minimum. Bake: 6–8 minutes, Rotate halfway.
Shaping (Joe’s Style): Light flour (not heavy semolina). Press center → leave small rim. Stretch to 16” thin center.
Sauce (Joe’s Simple Style): No cooking. Keep it simple.
