Instructions:

To prepare the dough:

• Using a small cup, dissolve instant yeast in water and stir to mix. Let sit for 2-3 minutes.
• In a larger bowl, add the flour and salt. Pour in mixed yeast and whisk until combined and the result is sticky and wet.
• Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and let sit for 1 hour.

To stretch the dough:

• Wet your hands and stretch and fold over the dough in the bowl (fold each of the fold edges into the center.) Then, re-cover and let rest for 30 minutes more.
• Repeat this step 2 more times. The dough will rise and increase in size during this process. 

To shape the dough:

• Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Sprinkle the dough with some flour rand shape it into desired shape.
• Let the dough rest for about 30-45 minutes.

To garnish:

• Chop up tomatoes and place on top of dough as desired.
• Peel and separate garlic cloves, and place on top of dough as desired.
• Drizzle olive oil over the top of dough as desired.
• Sprinkle dough with basil and salt.

To bake the bread:

• Transfer the dough to a parchment lined baking tray.
• Bake bread for 20 minutes at 300°C with frequent checks to reach desired color.
• Let bread cool and serve.

Serve warm with your meal of choice (or alone as a snack), and enjoy!