Prepare the Dough:

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.

Prepare the Sauce:

In a medium saucepan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Assemble the Pizza:

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions for two large pizzas.

Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Spread a generous amount of sauce over the dough, leaving about an inch of the edge for the crust.

Add the Toppings:

Cheese Pizza: Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Pepperoni Pizza: Add the shredded mozzarella, then evenly place the pepperoni slices on top.

Combo Pizza: Add the shredded mozzarella, followed by the pepperoni slices, cooked sausage, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and black olives.

Bake the Pizza:

Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve and Enjoy:

Slice the pizza into large Costco-style pieces and enjoy!