In a large standing mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine flour, yeast, and sugar. Mix on a low speed for 1 minute
Add olive oil.
While the mixer is on low speed, slowly add water and mix to form the dough.*Because each flour is different, stored differently, and has different absorption capacities, the amount of liquid will almost always change. Even if you always use the same flour, it may be that on different days, the flour will absorb more liquid than before. So, start with half a cup of water and gradually add enough until the dough is formed.
Add the salt and knead for 8-12 minutes (it helps the gluten form and the dough to be elastic with better structure). The dough should be smooth, shiny, and a little bit sticky!
Grease the dough with a little bit of oil, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise until doubled in size, for about 1-2 hours.