I'm new to making pizzas. I've been using the pizza stone I got from King Arthur, and making my dough from scratch and my wife has made me vow to never again buy store-bought doughs again. I've just purchased your deep dish pizza pan and am eager to make this recipe, but step 1 has stopped me cold: I do not own a stand mixer or a bread machine. I have a hand-held mixer, and a pair of hands. Is there a way I can still use your recipe without either of the machines you listed? Thank you. Sure, Mike. You can knead this dough with your hands; better yet, your hands and a bowl scraper, if you have one, which makes the job easier. Just knead until the dough is smooth and soft, like the picture. And if you feel like you can't get it as smooth as the picture, add another rise after the first; the dough will continue to develop/smooth out as it rests/rises. Enjoy! PJH

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