Warm water to 110 degrees f in a bowl. Stir in yeast and sugar. Let stand until yeast forms a creamy foam, 5 to 8 minutes.

Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl, pour in yeast mixture, mix well until dough comes together.

Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth, about 2 minutes.

Roll dough into a 12 inch circle, transfer to greased pizza pan.